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2009 Saab 9-3 repairs by problem area
Engine (39%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (2%)
Brakes and Traction Control (5%)
Suspension and Steering (20%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)
Other (9%)
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Chart based on 56 repairs.
2009 Saab 9-3 suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (9%)
$1000 - $2499 (27%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (27%)
< $100 (36%)
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.
2009 Saab 9-3 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 14260 mi $459 |
"Bonk" noise, front, right, when turning the steering wheel at standstill, or low speed. Ball bearing P/N 13 270 705 replaced, both sides. |
| 19430 mi $18000 |
Both rear shock absobers leaking, replaced. OEM P/N 12848627. |
2009 Saab 9-3 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD
| 2500 mi | alignment |
| 43000 mi | mechanic found loose tie rod end |
| 69000 mi US $300 |
Leaking shocks |
| 84900 mi US $60 |
Left rear bearing |
2009 Saab 9-3 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 80600 mi | Rear right top strut mount had crack.replaced both left and right mounts. |
2009 Saab 9-3 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 67000 mi US $1000 |
Rear shock leak and failure |
| 58000 mi US $1426 |
Needed new front springs, were broken so replaced struts at the same time to avoid duplication of future labor. |
2009 Saab 9-3 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 30100 mi C $100 |
Replaced links |
2009 Saab 9-3 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD
| 57840 mi C $1400 |
Rear shocks were leaking - self leveling units had to order parts from Sweden due to back order in North America |
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