Tl*the contact owns a 2000 saab 95. When attempting to restart the vehicle, it failed to start. An hour later, the vehicle started. The failure occurred for one week. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic and he stated that the electrical system ignition: module failed and informed the contact of the federal safety agency campaign id number 05v39900 (electrical system:ignition:module). The dealer stated that the VIN was not included in the recall. The current mileage was 85,300 and failure mileage was 85,215.
2000 Saab 9-5 electrical complaints
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Tl*the contact owns a 2000 saab 9-5. While driving 5 MPH through ez pass toll lane, the engine light illuminated and remained lit. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic and the electrical system:ignition:module was repaired; however, the dealer stated that her VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 05v399000. The current and failure mileages were 78,015. Updated 11/02/07.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 saab arrow 9-5. While driving between 25-55 MPH, the vehicle stalls. The failure has occurred on several occasions. On march 15, 2007, the vehicle stalled and was towed to the dealer. The federal safety agency campaign id number 05v39000 (electrical system: ignition: module) did not apply to the VIN. The purchase date and powertrain were unknown. The current and failure mileages were 109,000.
I own a 2000 saab 9-5 v6. Just recently, about a month ago, my check engine light came on in the car. When this happened the car began to hesitate and "buck". I had a car computer hooked up to my car to find out what the problem is. The code came back as a cylinder misfire on cylinder #2. I asked the auto technician what could cause that to happen. He told me to replace the spark plugs and in that did not fix the problem that I would have to replace the coil pack. So I replaced the spark plugs and the problem continued. I went online to research prices of coil packs or ignition cassettes for my car. While doing so I came across the fact that this part has been recalled on many saabs. I then called the dealership to find out what should be done to find out if my vehicle was in fact one of the vehicles with a recalled part. He then looked up my VIN number and told me that my car did not fall under the recall. I do not know how else to investigate if this is in fact true. If I am not under the recall, I do not understand what makes my failing car part different from the other parts that were recalled for my vehicle.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 saab 9-5. On april 20,2006, the vehicle was repaired due to the federal safety agency recall number 05v399000 (electrical system:ignition:module). On july 10, 2007, the engine light began illuminating intermittently. The vehicle was placed on a diagnostic machine and displayed a reading of p1312. Saab stated that there was no longer any warranty on the idm. The failure mileage was 62,458 and current mileage was 69,000. The dealer stated broken window. Updated 09/19/07
Repeated failure of saab information display (sid) module.
Electrical system:ignition:module failure caused overheating of the engine. The engine stalled while on the interstate highway. This could have caused an accident as lost all power steering and power brakes. Auto mobile was 2000 saab 9-5 with a v-6 reference recall notice 05v399000, saab denies this vehicle was under the recall.
Car lost power on interstate, noticed engine light on. Obdii scanner gave two codes, 1306 and 306, which indicated misfire cylinder 6. I removed the saab direct ignition to visually inspect cylinder 6. I notice engine oil in the vicinity ,and a cracked idm. It mated with cylinder 6 spark plug. Idm replacement resolved misfire.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 saab 9-5. While driving 65 MPH, the vehicle lost power. The contact was able to pull off the road before the vehicle completely shut off. The vehicle was towed to his residence. The mechanic inspected the vehicle and stated that the cause of failure was the ignition module. This failure was the same as noted in the federal safety agency recall # 05v399000 (electrical system:ignition:module). The manufacturer stated that the VIN was not included in the recall. The current and failure mileages were 100,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 saab 9-5 se. The contact stated that the vehicle often stalled while driving or will not start at all. When driving at various speeds under any condition the vehicle would stall. The vehicle would not restart after it reached the normal operating temperature. The vehicle was taken to the dealer , and found that recall # 05v399000 concerning electrical system:ignition:module may possibly been the cause of the failure. This vehiclewas not included in the recall. The current and failure mileages were 93,000.
2000 9.5 ignition discharge cassette had failed and was forced to be replaced. *ts 04/12/07 add to customer wants more info in the letter**cc the consumer stated he had to pay for the replacement at his expense even though there was a recall. The manufacturer refused to pay for the replacement. *jb updated 05/08/07. The consumer states the dealer will not replace the recall item because he is only entitled to one free recall repair , but the consumer just wants to reimbursed for the defective item he has repaired. Update 05/08/07
Two months ago one of the two ignition coil packs on the 2000 saab 9-5 se failed and left me stranded on the road. I had the car towed, and diagnostics indicated multiple misfires on a few cylinders controlled by one bank of two. Then, a few weeks later the throttle body failed and left me stranded again. This was replaced. Then ,last week the car indicated errors again, and I limped into the service station and discovered the second bank of ignition coils was misfiring. The 4 cylinder version of the saab ignition coils have already been recalled, and I think the 6 cylinder version should be too.
(1) vehicle was purchased used from dealer with valid inspection. Car was started 5 times prior to failure, taking longer to start each time. (2) ignition discharge module (idm)e vehicle was running and moving at roughly at 25 MPH. Failure left driver stranded without a usable vehicle for several days. (3) the crank position sensor was replaced on the vehicle in an attempt to remedy the problem, to no avail.,an obd ii reader was used to diagnose the problem afterwards. A p1310 code was produced. Once the code was cleared, attempting to restart the engine resulted in the p1310 code being produced again. Two idm cassettes (saab part number #9187436 ) were purchased and installed by owner to remedy the problem.
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.
While driving in traffic my engine suddenly stopped and would not restart. Once towed, the service center determined the failure was in a small cheap (to manufacture) hall effect sensor for crankshaft position. This failure of this little switch stopped me dead in the middle of traffic. Give the safety issue of this failure mode and the fact it is small and cheap, I would like to see a redundant sensor in the design. This redundant sensor can serve as a fail over mechanism.
I have a 2000 saab 9-5 se, 6 cylinder engine. While driving my car simply stopped running in the middle of traffic. Once towed to the service center it was determined that the coil pack on half of the cylinders was at fault. This was replaced. I have learned that saab has recalled the 4 cylinder coil packs but not the 6 cylinder version. Even though the 4 and 6 cylinder version are different, I would expect the manufacturing of these to be very similar. I have heard rumors from repair shops of a high failure rate of the 6 cylinder version too, as in my case.
Just as others have reported: dash lights came on: ABS, tcs off, warning triangle and brake. Check engine light came on after intermittent problem became permanent. Speedometer and odometer ceased to operate. Researched to discover a common problem with like vehicles (saabnet.com). Service technician confirmed that ABS ecu was inoperative and needed to be replaced. Arroway saab dealer attempted to resolve issue with saab USA to replace $3500 part. I would pay labor. Saab dealer refused to guarantee replacement of ABS computer would fix problem. Currently working with purchasing a used until for $900. Wish I had known about the rebuild option. This is a consistent problem which is 1) expensive and 2) potentially dangerous as it affects key safety features.
Ignition discharge module failed . I have a v63.0 model of this car. 4 cylinder and later year modes of this car are covered for this defect. However mine is not. I believe it should be as this is a clear defect in the ignition discharge module. Please contact me.
Tl* - the contact called regarding a 2000 9 5 saab. The contact was making a left hand turn and lost power as she was turning. The check engine light started blinking. The contact was able to pull the vehicle over to the side of the road. The contact stated that she pressed down on the accelerator pedal, but the vehicle barely had any power. The vehicle did not lose power steering or brakes. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to the mechanic. The contact stated it took the mechanic three attempts before they could duplicate what had happened . The mechanic diagnosed the problem as the ignition discharge module overheating. Therewas a recall for the same problem, and the same year/make and model. Ve however, when the contact called saab she was told the vehicle was not a part of the recall. *ak updated 04/12/07.
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle started to run rough. The vehicle was taken to the service dealer, who replaced the ignition module. There was a the federal safety agency recall, #05v399000 on the vehicle regarding the electrical system: ignition: module. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN.
Dt*: the contact stated while traveling 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. There was an odor of smoke and the vehicle was pulled over. The vehicle would not restart and was towed to the dealership who determined the ignition discharge module failed and was replaced. There was an the federal safety agency recall, #05v399000, regarding the ignition module. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN. Updated 09/20/06.
Consumer would like reimbursement for recall repairs done on a 2000 saab 9-5. *kb while driving the vehicle stalled in traffic. In sept 2004 the vehicle's ignition discharge module (idm) was replaced at a charge of over $500. In april 2006 the consumer received a recall notice from saab for the idm. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who explained that the idm had already been replaced. The records did not indicate where the work had been done. The consumer would like to request reimbursement but cannot find the invoice.
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.
Car acceleration hesitant and non responsive putting vehicle in precarious situations at freeway on ramps. Ignition cassette diagnosed as failed and needing to be replaced. 4 cylinder models have been recalled but my 6 cylinder model has not. Service manager indicates replacing 50 - 60 of such cassettes between both 4 and 6 cylinders and can't explain why my vehicle isn't covered by recall.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 50 MPH the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was maneuvered off the road and towed to an independent mechanic. The ignition module was replaced. There is a the federal safety agency recall, # 05v399000, regarding the electrical system; ignition module. The VIN was not included in the recall.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 50 MPH the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle coasted off the road without incident. It was restarted and the check engine light illuminated. The vehicle would not exceed 35mph and was driven to an independent repair shop. The mechanic determined the ignition module had failed and was replaced. The vehicle was driven only 30 miles more when the check engine light re illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was determined the catalytic converter had failed. There is a the federal safety agency recall, 05v399000, regarding the electrical system: ignition module. The VIN was not included in the recall.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 30 MPH the engine stalled. There is a the federal safety agency recall, # 05v399000, regarding the electrical system: ignition: module. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the VIN.
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.
Dt*: the contact stated one year ago the check engine light illuminated. The dealership determined the ignition discharge module needed to be replaced. The part was replaced and later the contact discovered there was a the federal safety agency recall, # 05v399000, regarding the electrical system: ignition: module. The vehicle had the same problems as indicated in the recall; however was not included in the recall due to the VIN.
Direct ignition cassettes failed on my saab, year 2000 95 wagon while driving in sarasota. Fortunately, I was able to coast onto a side road to park the car and then (unfortunately) walk 3 miles home. I had a $50 tow charge along with the bill to replace the dic, plus I lost the use of my car from monday until friday.
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