2003-2004 Saab 9-3 recall: retractor
Saab Cars USA, Inc. reported this safety recall on May 11, 2004. It covers about 31,335 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 31,335
- reported
- May 11, 2004
- owners notified
- Jan 24, 2005
- related complaints
- 91
Seat belts: front: retractor
- What is wrong
- Some sport sedans were built with seat belt retractors that were damaged during the manufacturing process. If damaged, over time, the automatic tensioning system (ats) cable in the seat belt retractor could break causing the belt webbing to not retract.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, a front seat occupant may receive more severe injuries.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the seat belt retractor assemblies. The recall began on january 24, 2005. Owners should contact saab at 1‑800‑955‑9007.
Recall number 04V226000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 91 complaints about seat belts problems.
Questions about recall 04V226000
Is there a recall on the 2003-2004 Saab 9-3 retractor?
Yes. Recall 04V226000, reported on May 11, 2004, covers about 31,335 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 04V226000?
Dealers will replace the seat belt retractor assemblies. The recall began on january 24, 2005. Owners should contact saab at 1‑800‑955‑9007.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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