2006 Saab 9-7X Saab 9-7X 2006

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2006 Saab 9-7X repairs by problem area

Engine (27%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (15%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (21%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (31%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (2%)

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2006 Saab 9-7X suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (18%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (36%)

$100 - $499 (27%)

< $100 (18%)

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Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Saab 9-7X 4dr SUV

300-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic AWD

77700 mi

US $640
Rear sagging, air compressor system went out blew out the springs. Converted to shocks. 
86000 mi

US $948
Replaced broken wheel bearing and LL cracked ball joint. Loud grinding noise, heard louder on the inside of the car, and popping or clanking sound from the affected wheel. Also wore down tire unevenly on the damaged side. 
92000 mi

US $2500
Replaced control arms on right and left.  
88000 mi

US $2500
changed all fluids, replaced all 4 shocks. 
8000 mi Right rear spring and rear leveling system replaced. Both items under warranty 
152000 mi

US $704
Replace rear air bags, rear suspension, bags were leaking air overnight due to one bag having a braising (left rear) other bag replaced due to wear. These bags are part of a complex rear suspension system. 
168000 mi

US $478
Squealing noise and thump when brakes applied, replaced a wheel bearing. 

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2006 Saab 9-7X 4dr SUV

291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic AWD

85000 mi

US $600
Wheel bearing and ball joints were replaced. Wear and tear item 
65000 mi

US $400
Right outer tie rod replaced Replaced both front wheel bearing hub assemblies. 
94500 mi

US $75
replaced rear shocks 

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2006 Saab 9-7X Suspension Problems

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