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2005 Saab 9-3 repairs by problem area
Engine (19%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)
Brakes and Traction Control (7%)
Suspension and Steering (25%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (30%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (11%)
Other (4%)
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- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 168 repairs.
2005 Saab 9-3 body repair cost distribution
$2500+ (6%)
$1000 - $2499 (6%)
$500 - $999 (6%)
$100 - $499 (11%)
< $100 (72%)
Chart based on 18 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2005 Saab 9-3 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 79000 mi US $35 |
Adhesive holding the side mirror glass failed and mirror fell and shattered. Had to replace mirror glass with new adhesive. |
| 52000 mi | Left front door opening molding replaced under warranty. |
| 57000 mi US $122 |
Seat Belt Adjuster. Missed this repair. Parts ordered but not installed Seat belt adjuster (pillar trim) replaced. |
| 144900 mi US $20 |
replaced rotted out gas tank strap |
2005 Saab 9-3 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 175hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 83000 mi US $20 |
drivers side mirror came unglued |
| 126400 mi US $400 |
Rust spot on tight rear quarter panel. Rust has already returned. |
| 53000 mi | Dealer incorrectly installed weatherstripping after window motor repair, which caused rain water to leak into the front seat. Took dealer three visits to fix. |
| 90000 mi US $20 |
Headlight lens cleaning |
| 50000 mi | Noise from driver's front door. Door panel was loose and re-tightened. |
| 50000 mi | Trim piece on glove box was replaced, and rattle in door and seat fixed. |
2005 Saab 9-3 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 175hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 135000 mi | Water leaking into left rear floor. Up to 1/2 inch standing after heavy rain. Gasket sealing cabin air filter housing from firewall disintegrated. Removed, replaced with silicon sealant. |
| 41000 mi | Above door trim slowly moved forward creating a gap and potential water leak. New clips for trim installed. Saab provided part free to customer. Dealer installed it free without charge to Saab or customer. |
2005 Saab 9-3 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 71000 mi US $1050 |
Small rust spot developed under the convertible hatch. No perforation occurred so manufacturer did not cover the repair. |
| 32200 mi | Hydraulic piston fail for convertible top. To expense to repair. Top will no longer go down. |
| 35000 mi US $800 |
replaced hydraulic pistons for convertible top |
2005 Saab 9-3 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 175hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 98000 mi US $3000 |
During the replacement of the tranny we did a modification to the air cabin filter area that had a part missing and all other parts aren't correct. During the replacement of the tranny we did a modification to the air cabin filter area that had a part missing and the part number corresponding to that part isn't correct. |
2005 Saab 9-3 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 175hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 48000 mi | Passenger side wing mirror replaced because of cosmetic issue with wing mirror supporting bracket ~ couple of lumps appeared on surface. Motor was faulty (for mirror tilt option) so was replaced with a new motor when identified. |
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