Saab 9-5 fuel pump problems

Filed May 10, 2025 · Electrical, Engine · NJ · fire

I purchased my 2004 Saab 9-5 in 2023. I was under the impression that everything was running and that drivability was proper. When I attempted to drive the automobile it would start, idle 7 minutes and stall. It would not start again for about 35 minutes. I tried to use it, and this behavior continued. Often, in traffic it would stall while I was moving at low speed, and moderate speed: Without warning, it cuts out and won't start for 40 minutes. I have spent money with my mechanic, over $1,000. I personally bought many parts: MAF sensor, fuel pump relay, fuel filter, and fuel pump. I replaced the Coolant Sensor. After all this the vehicle still stalls 5 minutes after warmup. If it drives to warm up, it stalls and won't restart for 40 minutes. After I replaced the Crankshaft Position Sensor, (CPS), it has never restarted. I bought 3, one a Bosch branded model, and It has never restarted. Many other drivers complain in forums, like Saab Forums, that they are experiencing the same problems. As you know, stalling at highway speeds can cause death. Clearly the problems with the Saab motorcars, produced, owned, and sold through General Motors, are something that poses a hazard, and should be repaired at GM dealership's expense. P.S. The vehicle's immobilizer device has caused my vehicle to not start at all. The key fobs have stopped functioning at all. I replaced the batteries, and they won't connect to the engine. The vehicle will crank, but no start. Battery runs down, with crank, but no start behavior. Can General Motors either: 1. replace the entire engine, 2. repair the "stall, no restart" situation, 3. moreover repair my seeming to be, "anti-theft system, no start" situation, called DICE/TWICEsystem, 4. achieving an actual fix for these older, but cherished sporting cars? Please check these links for confirming information: saabforums.com/forum/saab9-5-12/engine-turns-over--but-wont-start-9066/ www.saabcentral.com/threads/cranks-but-wont-start.689898/

Filed Dec 12, 2020 · Fuel system · 2 miles · PA

I had to replace fuel pump 3 times in 4 years. It smelled like fuel in my car.

Filed Mar 14, 2014 · Electrical, Fuel system · 51,108 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 saab 9-5. The contact stated that while traveling various speeds, the vehicle suddenly stalled. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was found that the crank shaft position sensor, fuel pump, and the twice unit needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 51,108.

Filed Feb 9, 2013 · Acceleration, Electrical · 112,000 miles · CT

I was driving approximately 30-35 MPH down a four lane road when the car stalled leaving me with no power at the accelerator. It became very difficult to steer the car and the brake pedal became very hard to depress. Luckily I was able to coast off the road where the car came to a complete stop blocking the entrance/exit of a gas station. I was less then 200 feet from where I was turning onto the entrance ramp of a highway. The gas station attendant was very upset telling me I can not leave my car there. The car would not start after several attempts. The car was towed to the mechanic. The car has been at the service station for over 2 weeks now. The technician is unable to find the reason the car stalled. However he explained that the fuel pump and the fuel pump relay are operational. He also explained that there is no electricity getting to the fuel pump. He has already replaced the crankshaft position sensor and is in the process of checking all sensors and relays. During my own research, I have found that these cars have faulty electrical systems with many recalls on the direct ignition cassette (dic). At this point, we do not know what caused the problem. I am a single mother with 2 young children and rely on this automobile on a daily basis. In fact, I had just dropped my daughter (9 years old) off at dancing school. I was just on the highway 20 minutes prior to dropping my daughter off at dancing school. I am extremely concerned that this will happen again. I can not afford to have this problem happen without cause and warning. Would you please forward me any information via e-mail or regular mail that would help assure me this problem will never happen again. If you know this car is problematic then please inform me to sell the car so I can get a more reliable car that will prevent the risk of injury or death to me and my family.

Filed Aug 21, 2010 · Electrical, Engine · 98,723 miles · CA

Without warning, on two occasions, my wife's 2003 saab 9-5 aero wagon has stopping running while she was driving in traffic at approximately 45 miles per hour. The car has been factory maintained and is in excellent condition. Obviously, it is very dangerous to have the vehicle stop running without any warning. The car had a new fuel pump and crankshaft sensor installed but the problem recurred about 6 weeks after the repair. Thank you for your time and consideration. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Mar 3, 2010 · Electrical, Fuel system · WI

2000 saab 9-5 failed ignition cassette. Saab said they will not pay for repair even though the part had been recalled. Recall # 05v399000. *dt also the fuel pump failed.

Filed Nov 4, 2008 · Fuel system · 54,000 miles · MA

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 saab 9-5. While the contact's daughter was driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle shut off and would not restart. The vehicle was towed to a mechanic and they stated that the fuel pump failed and needed to be replaced. Three weeks later, the contact received a recall notice for the federal safety agency campaign id number 07v087000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings). Approximately one year later, the mechanic stated that the fuel pump failed again. The current mileage was 60,000 and failure mileage was 54,000.

Filed Oct 9, 2008 · Fuel system · 137,500 miles · UT

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 saab 9-5. The contact received a recall notice for the federal safety agency campaign id number 07v087000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings). The manufacturer informed her that the vehicle was included in the recall and to take the vehicle to a dealer for repairs. She drove the vehicle to the dealer and they developed a securing bracket to secure the fuel lines to the fuel pump. Immediately following the repairs, the contact smelled gasoline inside the passenger compartment, which caused her to become light headed. The manufacturer stated that a diagnostic test would be performed in order to find out if the vehicle was related to the recall. The vehicle has not been repaired. The current mileage was 139,000 and failure mileage was 137,500.

Filed Mar 4, 2008 · Fuel system · 68,690 miles · MD

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 saab 9-5. The contact stated that the fuel line loosened from the pump and caused fuel leakage. The dealer attributed it to the tabs holding the fuel line. The fuel pump line was completely disconnected. The engine stopped while driving approximately 35 MPH. The contact exited the vehicle and noticed a puddle and fumes. The vehicle was towed. The contact experienced the same failure as described in the federal safety agency campaign id number 07v087000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings). The current and failure mileages were 68,690. Updated 04/23/08. *lj updated

Filed Feb 15, 2008 · Fuel system · 56,000 miles · MD

Vehicle's fuel line detached from fuel pump due to broken retaining clip. Fuel spilled on the ground creating a hazardous situation.