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2002 Saab 9-5 repairs by problem area
Engine (51%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)
Brakes and Traction Control (3%)
Suspension and Steering (10%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)
Other (6%)
Chart based on 163 repairs.
2002 Saab 9-5 repair cost distribution
$2500+ (2%)
$1000 - $2499 (12%)
$500 - $999 (11%)
$100 - $499 (37%)
< $100 (38%)
Chart based on 122 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2002 Saab 9-5
Engine not specified
| Saab 9-5 in Florida, United States Jul 2010 - Oct 2010 | |||
| Oct 201091000 mi | When sold needed AC work. Also needed front passenger seatbelt. | ||
| Saab 9-5 in Massachusetts, United States Jun 2010 - Nov 2011 | |||
| Jul 2010134000 mi | Car shows problem in muffler. There is a leakage at the joint. This makes the car too noisy. Mechanic said it would take him $300 to fix it. I am not sure how much it should cost. Mechanic inspected the car and said probably it is the catalytic converter which cost $2250/- plus labour, work sums up to $2700. Not sure if it is catalytic converter, although check engine light was on even before the muffler leakage. | ||
| Nov 2011135000 miUS $450 | Replaced the generic catalytic converter assembly which comes with attached muffler cost around $350. No sound, passed inspection, and car works smooth. | ||
2002 Saab 9-5 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 250hp 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Saab 9-5 in North Carolina, United States Jul 2007 - Apr 2016 | |||
| Nov 2007US $200 | Blown hydraulic hose to clutch - towed for repair. | ||
| Mar 2008US $150 | Heater bypass valve | ||
| Aug 2008US $1000 | Alternator died, battery 1 month later | ||
| Feb 2009US $40 | Owner did PCV#6 fix | ||
| Aug 200991000 miUS $300 | Installed rear suspension shims to correct excessive camber. Sticking rear brake caliper. Shop insisted moaning sound was normal. Owner attempted repair. | ||
| Oct 2010117800 miUS $80 | Replaced leaking heater control valve/coolant bypass valve in about 45 minutes. Used part for '01 Cadillac Catera from Advance Auto Parts. | ||
| Dec 2010122000 miUS $5 | Broken wheel bolt - noticed when rotating tires after oil change | ||
| Mar 2011128000 miUS $300 | Replaced 2 PCV hoses, replaced belt & idler pulley, along with routine 120k service | ||
| Jun 2011133000 miUS $1500 | Replaced subframe bushings, 4 suspension dampers, swaybar links. Replaced 2 tailgate shocks, 1.25 hrs, $45 for parts | ||
| Aug 2011136000 miUS $60 | Replaced turbo bypass valve. Check engine light, read OBD2 code as P1110 (vacuum leak), some small stuttering on acceleration. TBV would not hold vacuum, probably ruptured diapragm. | ||
| Dec 2011144000 miUS $80 | pinhole in heater hose, thermostat replaced, thermocouple replaced | ||
| May 2012155000 miUS $320 | Replaced DIC and spark plugs. Air distribution system faults | ||
| Apr 2013175000 miUS $40 | Replaced EVAP valve which was causing rough idle. | ||
| Jul 2013180000 miUS $900 | oil leak on right side of engine clogged valve on windshield washer system Replaced front sway-bar links (x2) | ||
| Nov 2013187000 miUS $380 | Replaced ruptured radiator hoses Replaced motor mount | ||
| Dec 2013189000 miUS $55 | Replaced leaking heater bypass valve. | ||
| Mar 2014193000 miUS $100 | Dragging left rear parking brake. Adjustment to the brake and lever by service shop but still drags. I attempted myself afterwards (loosen pads, lube adjustment mechanism), to no avail. Repair would involve cleaning and lubing pad retention. | ||
| May 2014196000 miUS $68 | ACC code 21, replaced recirculation motor with used unit | ||
| Jun 2014198000 miUS $225 | CEL. Replaced DIC and spark plugs. | ||
| Sep 2014202000 miUS $35 | Xenon bulb failure. Replaced both bulbs with aftermarket units. | ||
| Feb 2016229300 miUS $608 | replaced radiator | ||
2002 Saab 9-5 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 250hp 2.3L I4 5-speed automatic FWD
| Saab 9-5 in Illinois, United States Aug 2009 - Dec 2014 | |||
| Sep 200994000 miUS $80 | Replaced accessory belt tensioner, two idler pulleys and belt. Reverted to original long belt design after dealer converted to short belt design which bypassed one idler. Addressed an NVH issue at idle. Had the SID display module in the dash rebuilt to address the common missing pixel problem. | ||
| Jun 2010102000 miUS $900 | Replaced front (only) brake pads, rotors, calipers and flushed brake fluid - first brake repair since new. Suspected front wheel bearing(s) was bad and was right - noise is gone. Also lower ball joints and hub/bearing assembly. | ||
| Jan 2011107000 miUS $50 | replaced both LH and RH HID headlight bulbs, removed LH headlight assembly to removed broken bulb glass and to free up the high beam shutter mechanism, replaced turn signal bulbs while I was in there | ||
| Jun 2013135000 miUS $300 | Xmsn mount | ||
| Jun 2014155000 miUS $700 | replaced worn out transmission and engine mounts 4 wheel alignment, rear camber adjusted with shims replaced worn front sway bar links replaced in tank fuel pump replaced ignition cassette replaced cam cover gasket | ||
| Jul 2014156300 miUS $40 | Major repairs on under-dash HVAC unit. Replaced broken driver side blend door lever and disassembled and lubricated passenger side blend door system and air distribution system. Major pain in the neck and back (literally). Added 12 oz R134a. | ||
| Nov 2014163000 miUS $60 | replaced failed coolant temp sensor, replaced thermostat, flush and fill coolant | ||
| Saab 9-5 in Ohio, United States Jul 2009 - Sep 2016 | |||
| Sep 200974000 miUS $10 | Leaking valve cover gasket was replaced. | ||
| Jan 201076000 miUS $800 | Rear springs had taken a set, probably from overloading. This was a long standing affliction, first notice a few years ago during an alignment. I decided this was the time to restore the rear suspension. The thermostat needed to be replaced. | ||
| Jul 201196000 miUS $674 | Air conditioning stopped being cold. Dealer found broken drier accumulator. Replaced part, refilled refrigerant, now it works fine. Dealer provided a loaner vehicle while mine was in the shop. | ||
| May 2012106600 miUS $155 | Driver's side temperature control lever for HVAC was cracked bc of a design flaw, causing the system to require frequent "calibration" to operate. If left unrepaired, more extensive damage is possible. | ||
| Aug 2012112700 mi | Subwoofer foam cone edge deteriorated. I obtained a repair cone edge and glued it in place. Window regulator roller broke, preventing the window from going up and down. Especially up. | ||
| Nov 2012114800 miUS $90 | Oil pressure sender failed - low pressure light did not illuminate as it should have. | ||
| Aug 2013120000 mi | CEL illuminated on dash, code showed turbocharger bypass valve problem. Found loose vacuum hose, replaced the hose. Needed to have the code reset to extinguish the light. False alarm. Computer reprogrammed to disable alarm module. | ||
| Apr 2016124200 miUS $900 | Motors that operate air control flaps failed. | ||
2002 Saab 9-5 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 200hp 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic FWD
| Saab 9-5 in North Carolina, United States Jul 2003 - Dec 2012 | |||
| Sep 200312500 mi | Purchased car used from Saab dealer. Dealer replaced self-leveling headlamp switch under warranty. | ||
| Nov 200317600 mi | Dealer replaced coolant temperature sensor under warranty. | ||
| Mar 200425300 mi | Dealer reprogrammed computer under warranty in response to a no-start condition. Car had to be towed to dealer. | ||
| Oct 200436000 mi | Dealer replaced psgr mirror tilt switch under warranty. | ||
| Jan 200543500 mi | Dealer replaced wood trim surround panel at transmission selector under warranty. | ||
| Feb 200545000 mi | Dealer replaced coolant temperature sensor under warranty (second warranty replacement). | ||
| May 200549900 mi | Dealer repaired broken seat belt buckle assembly under warranty. | ||
| Jul 200554500 miUS $260 | Diagnose and repair pin in underdash connect which was causing erroneous brake failure light operation. | ||
| Feb 200668000 miUS $70 | Replaced psgr side DLR (requires removal of entire headlamp assembly) | ||
| Mar 200672000 mi | Replaced 2 direct ignition (DI) cassettes. Car had to be towed. Eventually covered in 2007 by Saab recall for this problem. | ||
| Apr 200673500 mi | Dealer replaced catalytic converter under warranty, to correct check engine light "on" condition. Failure due to prior failure of DI cassette, which was covered by Saab recall. | ||
| Oct 200685000 miUS $440 | Diagnose and replace shift lock solenoid (first replacement) | ||
| Jul 200778000 miUS $70 | Replace drivers side DLR (requires removal of entire headlamp assembly) | ||
| Jan 2008116000 miUS $350 | Replaced theft siren assembly (alarm would go off unprovoked) (first replacement) | ||
| May 2008123000 miUS $800 | Replaced failed fuel pump assembly (first time for this replacement). | ||
| Jun 2008129000 miUS $250 | Replaced crankshaft position sensor (first replacement) - the part is $80, buy and carry a spare in your car. This failure left us stranded during a driving vacation. Cost shown does not include towing, hotel, meals or rental car charges also incurred. | ||
| Dec 2008142000 miUS $485 | Replaced failed rear shock absorbers (first replacement) | ||
| May 2009152000 miUS $495 | Thermostat failed (first time for this repair). Replaced thermostat assembly, intake manifold gasket, temperature sensor and coolant. | ||
| Aug 2009157000 miUS $1578 | replaced engine mount and transmission mount (first replacement for both) in shop for transmission mount replacement - mechanic noticed a squealing timing belt idler bearing. replaced front sway bar links (first time for this repair) in shop for transmission mount replacement - mechanic noticed a squealing timing belt idler bearing. replaced engine mount and transmission mount (first replacement for both) replaced front sway bar links (first time for this repair) | ||
| Feb 2010168500 miUS $225 | Replaced both Xenon headlamp bulbs. Refurbished hazy plastic headlamp lens panels to clear finish. Replaced both Xenon headlamp bulbs. Refurbished hazy plastic headlamp lens panels to clear finish. | ||
| Mar 2010168700 miUS $2200 | Rebuilt and reinstalled turbocharger unit. Had been showing signs of wear (blue smoke at startup) for almost a year. Replaced all chassis subframe bushings. 2 of 6 completely worn, the remainder were well on their way. Replaced both Xenon headlamp bulbs. Refurbished hazy plastic headlamp lens panels to clear finish. rebuilt turbocharger assembly Replaced all chassis subframe bushings. 2 of 6 completely worn, the remainder were well on their way. | ||
| Apr 2010169500 miUS $400 | Replaced warped front rotors. | ||
| Jun 2010178000 miUS $130 | Freon Recharge for A/C System Freon Recharge for A/C System | ||
| Sep 2010184000 miUS $350 | Replaced worn gas struts on wagon hatch lid Replaced worn gas struts on wagon hatch lid | ||
| May 2011202000 miUS $1190 | Blower fan inoperable. Replaced HVAC control unit, and underdash flap motor and linkage arm. | ||
| Sep 2011212000 miUS $1215 | Replaced timing belt and idler pulleys. Replaced torsion rod (links engine to frame). Replaced control arm bushings. | ||
| Nov 2011216000 miUS $1030 | In shop for rear pads & rotors. Also replaced alternator and serpentine belt tensioner (1st replacement for each). | ||
| Dec 2011219000 miUS $500 | Replaced water pump | ||
| Jan 2012221000 miUS $700 | Plastic tank on radiator cracked. Replaced radiator & refilled coolant. | ||
| Aug 2012230500 miUS $287 | Replaces oxygen sensor in response to check engine light | ||
| Saab 9-5 in California, United States Mar 2012 - Jan 2019 | |||
| Oct 201296300 miUS $3000 | transmission leaked was fixed then failed completely a week later | ||
| Aug 2013102000 miUS $1300 | Fuel pump replaced replaced thermostat | ||
| Aug 2014107300 miUS $380 | fix loose door handle charge AC | ||
| Jul 2015112300 miUS $150 | driver side window failed | ||
| Sep 2015114000 miUS $1250 | replace ignition cassette, replace valve cover gaskets, replace oil sensor | ||
| Jul 2017118000 miUS $1100 | CPS, cooling system, oil leaks | ||
2002 Saab 9-5 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 185hp 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Saab 9-5 in New Hampshire, United States Oct 2010 - Apr 2011 | |||
| Jan 2011190000 miUS $105 | passenger's door window fell off track and down into door Front passenger door window seal came dislodged and window came out of track. Power raise arm bent and roller broke. | ||
| Saab 9-5 in Ohio, United States Jul 2009 - Apr 2011 | |||
| Dec 2009167000 miUS $300 | pollution hose deteriorated and was replaced. Also windshield cracked in 30 below and was repaired. | ||
| Dec 2010179000 miUS $55 | Right front Tie rod end replaced | ||
| Mar 2011183000 miUS $380 | Oil clogged screen, piston rod knocking, possibly at main crankshaft bearing. Will not be repairing. Great car up until now. | ||
| Saab 9-5 in Illinois, United States Jan 2010 - Jul 2014 | |||
| Jun 2010171000 mi | Window roller, orange relay solder fix | ||
| Aug 2010174400 mi | RH, LH motor mounts. | ||
| Apr 2014220000 miUS $650 | Bushings worn | ||
2002 Saab 9-5 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 185hp 2.3L I4 5-speed automatic FWD
| Saab 9-5 in Texas, United States - Oct 2006 | |||
| Jul 200661500 mi | Wife took car to dealer because of intermittent power loss. Dealer downloaded updated software to ECM. | ||
| Aug 200663570 mi | Took car back three days later with same loss of power issue. Dealer kept car 10 days, cleaned fuel injectors. | ||
| Sep 200664500 mi | Took car back to dealer yet again because of loss of power. Dealer kept car two week, determined the ECM Saab sent was defective. Replaced ECM. | ||
| Oct 200664500 mi | Loss of power again. Dealer had car two weeks again. Downloaded new software and replaced battery. | ||
| Saab 9-5 in Alabama, United States May 2012 - Oct 2012 | |||
| Aug 201291200 mi | Computer lit fault codes for cylinders 1,2,3,4 misfiring. Replaced spark plugs with SAAB specification. Misfire codes returned after a week of driving. Further analysis indicates failing direct ignition cassette. Not affecting driving | ||
| Oct 201292000 mi | Failing direct ignition cassette. | ||
| Saab 9-5 in New York, United States Apr 2011 - Sep 2012 | |||
| May 2011112000 miUS $100 | heater bypass valve leaking fluid | ||
| Saab 9-5 in New Jersey, United States Nov 2009 - Jul 2011 | |||
| Jan 2010108000 miUS $10 | One pulley (plastic wheel) of the accessory belt Alternator, mechanical(bearings). Misdiagnosed as idler pully | ||
| Oct 2010120000 miUS $160 | Right Front wheel bearing wore out. Replaced PCV hoses with updated hoses. Commonly called PCV #6. | ||
| Jan 2011123000 miUS $56 | Turbo-bypass valve (aka "Hooter" valve) replaced. Also replaced a vacuum hose. | ||
| Mar 2011123000 miUS $18 | Oil pressure sending switch replaced. ...and replaced the water pump | ||
| Jun 2011128000 miUS $340 | Replaced Ignition Cassette | ||
| Saab 9-5 in Ontario, Canada Feb 2010 - Oct 2012 | |||
| May 201095880 miC $360 | check engine light..source of problem was intermittent functioning of engine temp gauge. replaced sensor. | ||
| Aug 2011106340 miC $75 | Problem with heating gauge...Diagnosed Sensor problem and /or thermostat. Changed both and problem rectified. Took me about 2.5 hours. | ||
| Oct 2012120900 mi | No heat or A.C. because fan motor stopped working. It could be fan speed controller module or fan motor shot. Still have not fixed it. | ||
2002 Saab 9-5 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 250hp 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Saab 9-5 in Pennsylvania, United States Apr 2013 - Jul 2013 | |||
| Jul 2013214000 miUS $69 | Engine sputtered and malfunctioned, threw codes p106 and p107, MAP sensor. Replaced 2 vacuum hoses, good as new. | ||
2002 Saab 9-5 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 250hp 2.3L I4 5-speed automatic FWD
| Saab 9-5 in Massachusetts, United States Feb 2014 - Dec 2014 | |||
| Feb 201466000 miUS $300 | Engine would stutter and check-engine light flash. Mechanic disassembled fuel injection system and cleaned injectors and rails | ||
| Sep 201468000 miUS $235 | Crankshaft sensor failed and needed to be replaced | ||
| Saab 9-5 in Indiana, United States Nov 2011 - Mar 2014 | |||
| Dec 2012115000 miUS $400 | Did tie rod ends - both sides. | ||
| Saab 9-5 in Virginia, United States Jul 2009 - Sep 2009 | |||
| Aug 200974000 miUS $1200 | Coolant leak. Heater control valve and associated hoses replaced. | ||
| Saab 9-5 in Oregon, United States May 2010 - May 2011 | |||
| Mar 201189000 miUS $300 | Vehicle was was emitting a clunk when going into reverse - one clunk about every 3 or 4 times. Additionally, shifting wasn't very smooth at times. Mechanic changed fluid and switched the transmission control module to a more reliable 03. | ||
| Apr 201190000 miUS $110 | Vehicle exhibited a moaning sound under moderate acceleration up hill. Power delivery gradually turned choppy. Started having problems starting. Main fuel computer is dead. Unique to exact car - not just to model. Awaiting results. The vehicle wouldn't start. It would turn over but that was it. I thought it was a fuel pump. It turned out to be a fuel computer that governs entire fuel system. Mechanic hacked computer as it is specific to this exact car! | ||
| Saab 9-5 in Georgia, United States Jun 2011 - Jan 2014 | |||
| Sep 201299000 miUS $250 | replaced the coolant bypass valve. | ||
| Jan 2013100000 miUS $670 | Leaking oil pressure switch; repair of blend doors and related stepper motor. | ||
| Jan 2014100000 mi | OIL LEAK FROM EITHER THE HEAD GASKET OR THE TIMING COVER. | ||
| Saab 9-5 in Pennsylvania, United States Mar 2010 - Mar 2011 | |||
| May 2010143000 miUS $75 | refigerant leak. | ||
2002 Saab 9-5 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 185hp 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Saab 9-5 in Minnesota, United States Jun 2015 - Jun 2016 | |||
| Apr 2016230700 miUS $3000 | throttle body, DIC, turbocharger, sludge, oil pressure, catalytic converter | ||
| Saab 9-5 in Georgia, United States Jul 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Sep 2010129000 miUS $700 | Alternator Replaced Alternator Replaced | ||
2002 Saab 9-5 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 185hp 2.3L I4 5-speed automatic FWD
| Saab 9-5 in Michigan, United States Oct 2010 - Sep 2012 | |||
| Feb 2011123000 miUS $350 | Change Fuel pump, bought from eBay Change Fuel pump, bought from eBay | ||
| Mar 2011124000 miUS $165 | Change battery at Autozone | ||
| Aug 2011131000 miUS $350 | Change alternator | ||
| Saab 9-5 in Connecticut, United States Mar 2011 - Nov 2011 | |||
| Nov 201198000 miUS $300 | intermittent draining of battery. battery replaced twice within one month without solving problem | ||
| Saab 9-5 in California, United States May 2012 - Sep 2013 | |||
| Oct 2012141300 miUS $450 | Replace DIC (Direct ignition cassette), crankshaft sensor, water pump, belt, pulley | ||
| Saab 9-5 in Minnesota, United States Dec 2012 - Jan 2013 | |||
| Jan 2013160000 miUS $2500 | Transmission overheated on January 24th. This was after a week of below freezing temperatures. | ||
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