| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2003 Saab 9-3 repairs by problem area
Engine (34%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)
Brakes and Traction Control (3%)
Suspension and Steering (12%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (34%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)
Other (4%)
Chart based on 308 repairs.
2003 Saab 9-3 other repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (8%)
$100 - $499 (23%)
< $100 (69%)
Chart based on 13 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2003 Saab 9-3 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 44000 mi | Window fell off track. While in car wash! warranty |
| 51000 mi US $827 |
Ignition switch and steering wheel lock failure. Could not start car. Could not turn ignition switch. |
| 89000 mi US $440 |
and windshield wiper transmission. |
2003 Saab 9-3 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 63011 mi $13 |
antenna cover replacement |
| 72695 mi $70 |
brake vaccum pump oil seal replacement |
2003 Saab 9-3 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 175hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 47900 mi US $260 |
Driver side window regulator replaced. |
| 74000 mi | Driver's seat does not stay up (seat height). Needs to be manually raised each time when getting in the car. A number of parts have been replaced, but the problem still exists. |
| 82000 mi | Same problem with falling driver seat. |
2003 Saab 9-3 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 175hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 95000 mi US $350 |
Alternator died; Having mechanic put in but one isn't available from distributor for two weeks! Called Saab dealer and will cost $1100 to repair!! |
| 42500 mi | window framing came apart in door and dent the door skin outward fortunatly the window was stuck up, new clutch assist spring put in and it broke and was squeaking, replaced window frame and spring. scheduled to get body work fixed. |
2003 Saab 9-3 4-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder manual 2WD
| 56000 mi | Throttle "helper spring" dislodged because the clip that holds it in place broke. I discovered it on the floorboard |
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