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2004 Saab 9-3 repairs by problem area
Engine (29%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (2%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (19%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (32%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)
Other (8%)
Chart based on 218 repairs.
2004 Saab 9-3 other repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (6%)
$500 - $999 (6%)
$100 - $499 (29%)
< $100 (59%)
Chart based on 17 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2004 Saab 9-3
Engine not specified
| 35000 mi | the smart key stopped working stranding me at walmart. then went to shop and they reset the key. |
2004 Saab 9-3 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 45000 mi | Oil changed |
| 89000 mi US $225 |
Driver side mirror glass fell out. Replaced just mirror glass, $65. |
| 53000 mi US $113 |
vibration felt through steering wheel. source not found |
2004 Saab 9-3 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 45000 mi | Replaced cracked windshield fluid reservoir. |
| 83000 mi US $75 |
Information symbol stating "lock system failure" Rear passenger door lock was sticking door couldn't be opened from the outside as well as triggering the alarm when I pressed unlock button to access vehicle. Information symbol disappeared and the shop wa |
| 88000 mi US $1100 |
System lock failure displayed. Right rear door lock sticking, part replaced. |
2004 Saab 9-3 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 175hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 135000 mi US $363 |
Rear driver door was missing water barrier. Shop replaced water barrier. |
| 108200 mi US $190 |
Windshield wipers would not park properly, washers did not work properly. Replaced wiper motor and linkage |
| 94000 mi | Keys worn out when sold, needed to be replaced. The rubber coating wore out, cracked and eventually separated from the electronics inside making the key impossible to use for opening the trunk although it still started the car. |
| 40000 mi | The ash tray would not open or retract properly. |
2004 Saab 9-3 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 175hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 19000 mi | Gearshift knob kept popping off the stick. This made it difficult to shift the car into reverse. Factory garage ordered the part after phone conservation. About a week later I drove to Tulsa (about 120 miles) and it was installed. I am satisifed with |
| 52000 mi | Rear door latch replaced. |
2004 Saab 9-3 4-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 45000 mi US $300 |
Squeaking belt from faulty belt tensioner. |
2004 Saab 9-3 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 95000 mi | seat belt retractor failed, found out it was covered by a recall. |
| 68000 mi | The driver's seat belt is kaput. It can be used butrnnot as originally intended. Can't get a new belt. |
2004 Saab 9-3 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 175hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 57000 mi | Driver's side door would not close; door latch was in the LOCKED position even though the door was open. Remote control did not work on either driver or passenger door. The passenger door manual lock could be operated but the driver side would not work manually. A youtube video was located and the solution was to move the door latch with a screwdriver while holding the outer door handle in the open position. The door now opens and closes just fine. |
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