Tl*the contact owns a 2000 saab 9-5. While approaching a stop light at 10 MPH, the vehicle began vibrating excessively and the engine light illuminated on the instrument control panel. Minutes later, the interior lighting dimmed, the vehicle dramatically decelerated, and a burning smell was present. The vehicle lost power, but was restarted 15 minutes later. The vehicle was driven to a local dealer and they stated that the vehicle was experiencing the same failure as stated in the federal safety agency campaign id number 05v399000 (electrical system:ignition:module). The contact would have to pay for the repair. The vehicle is currently being repaired. He filed a formal complaint with the manufacturer. The VIN and engine size were unknown. The failure and current mileages were 59,000.
2000 Saab 9-5: fire, smoke or burning smell
5 of the 119 complaints about the 2000 Saab 9-5 describe fire, smoke or burning smell.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 4%
- typical mileage
- 92,000
- recalls
- 1
Fire, smoke or burning smell by model year
What owners say
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 saab 9-5. The contact believes that the ignition discharge module was the cause of her vehicle catching fire. The contact stated that before the fire occurred, the check engine light flashed. The contact's husband was driving when he noticed smoke rising from under the hood. He pulled over and exited the vehicle as it caught fire. The fire department extinguished the fire and the vehicle was towed. A police report was filed. The purchase date and speed were unknown. The current and failure mileages were 92,000.
My direct ignition module failed right as I was exiting the freeway. The car started shaking violently and I picked up the burning smell of electronics coming from the front of my car. If it had happened moments before, I would not want to imagine what would've happened. This has been a widely reported issue and a recall has been issued for the federal safety agency campaign id number : 05v399000 . However, I believe that saab is skirting on their responsibilities since the v6 model uses the exact same part as the one covered under the recall. This is a very dangerous defect and should be addressed for all saabs with these part numbers.
Dt*: the contact stated while parking, smoke was noticed coming in through the vents. After exiting the vehicle, it caught on fire. The fire department extinguished the fire and filled out a report. A police report was also filed on the scene before the vehicle was towed. One passenger sustained minor injuries. The dealer has not been alerted.
In march 2006 my 2000 saab 9-5 wagon burst into flames under the hood and the entire front end of the car burned. The car was totaled.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles
- This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS)...
- This preliminary information communication advises the technician the steps on repairing the concern
- This preliminary information communication provides information to help the dealership technicians perform...
- This preliminary information communication advises the technician, if unable to place an onstar call in...
- Gm: the wipers, turn signals, and power windows are inoperative
- General motors corp: special coverage adjustment; analog onstar deactivation.
- New fault diagnosis for ignition discharge module trionic 7
Related recalls
Electrical system: ignition: module
- What is wrong
- Certain passenger vehicles equipped with b205/b235 4-cylinder gasoline engines and b308 6-cylinder gasoline engines may experience overheating and burnout of the isolated gated bipolar transistor (igbt) within the ignition discharge module (idm) due to increased susceptibility to electrical loads.
- Risk
- Overheating of the igbt occurs most often at engine start-up, but it may also occur while the engine is running. Engine stalling may occur, which could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect to see what version idm is in the vehicle and replace the idm if it is a version built prior to the introduction of qp3. An interim letter will be mailed to owners in october 2005, informing them of the condition. Parts are now available and owners will be notified to bring their vehicles in to the dealers to have the idm replaced by letter dated march 13, 2006. Owners may contact saab at 1‑800‑955‑9007.
Recall number 05V399000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2000 Saab 9-5 fire or smoke
Is fire, smoke or burning smell a common problem on the 2000 Saab 9-5?
5 of 119 owner complaints about the 2000 Saab 9-5 (4%) mention fire, smoke or burning smell. The model year with the most reports is 1999.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2000 Saab 9-5?
There is 1 recall and 10 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2000 Saab 9-5
Stalling 23Check engine light 21Loss of power 14ABS 12Misfire 8Won't start 5
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