1994 Saab 900 recalls

There are 8 safety recalls on record for the 1994 Saab 900, covering 186,106 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Exterior lighting: headlightsReported February 24, 1998 · 92,505 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The instructions for properly aiming the headlighting system were omitted. This does not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Risk: If the headlamp assemblies are replaced, customers may not be able to properly aim the headlights.
Remedy: Owners will be sent aiming instructions, and directions for affixing these inserts to the owner guides. If an owner so desires, a dealer can affix the inserts in their owner guide for them.

Recall number 98V038000 · Recall details

Vehicle speed controlReported March 21, 1997 · 52,500 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Corrosion around the zinc-coated throttle control lever bushing can cause the throttle lever to bind.
Risk: This binding can result in the throttle plate not returning to the closed position when the throttle pedal is released and a subsequent loss of throttle control.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the zinc-coated throttle control lever bushing with a nickel-coated bushing and bolt.

Recall number 97V046000 · Recall details

Power train: manual transmissionReported March 29, 1995 · 8,993 vehicles affected

What is wrong: It is possible to move the shift lever into the reverse gear position, remove the ignition key, and still have the transmission in neutral, or, to accidently disengage reverse by striking the gear lever.
Risk: If the parking brake is not applied, the car can roll from its original parked position increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Remedy: Dealers will replace transmission linkage components and complete a specially developed service adjustment procedure that will ensure that when the shift is moved to the reverse position, the reverse gear is actually engaged.

Recall number 95V068000 · Recall details

Seats: front assembly: reclinerReported November 18, 1994 · 10,584 vehicles affected

What is wrong: One or more of the arc welds can be missing on the seat back frame recliner.
Risk: This can result in a seat back falling backwards under a load.
Remedy: Both front seat backs will be inspected with the use of a hook to pull back the seat back upholstery. For any seat with missing welds, the seat back frame/recliner will be replaced.

Recall number 94V226000 · Recall details

Structure: body: doorReported September 14, 1994 · 9,814 vehicles affected

What is wrong: The two weld points in the rearward attachment bracket for the side impact protection beam in the rear door may be out of position. If the welds are out of position, the vehicles will not meet the requirements of fmvss 214, s5, "side door strength."
Risk: Consequence of non-compliance: passengers sitting in the rear seats will be subject to an increased risk of injury in the event of a side collision.
Remedy: Dealers will install support brackets at the support weld locations.

Recall number 94V174000 · Recall details

SeatsReported July 8, 1994 · 1,015 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Two trigger springs mounted to the fore/aft adjustment lever do not develop sufficient force to properly lock the seat rails. After the seat is adjusted, this does not allow the seat rail lock to properly engage, which can cause the seat to move in a sudden stop or collision.
Risk: This can increase the possibility of injury to a seat occupant in the event of a sudden stop or accident.
Remedy: Dealers will remove both front seats and the two springs on each seat will be replaced with new springs with proper tension to ensure proper engagement.

Recall number 94V127000 · Recall details

SeatsReported June 13, 1994 · 3,252 vehicles affected

What is wrong: A weld in the seat rails was not made, increasing the risk of fatigue cracks forming around the attachment bushings on the height adjustment mechanism, causing the possibility of the height adjuster breaking in a rear end collision and allowing the seat to fold backwards.
Risk: This can increase the risk of injury to seat occupants.
Remedy: Dealers will install new front seat frame rails.

Recall number 94V110000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: discReported April 16, 1994 · 7,443 vehicles affected

What is wrong: The original front brake discs and/or pads shields do not protect the assemblies from being coated with a layer of slush, road salt or water while driving in snow or heavy rain. This can result in a delay in braking action that increases normal stopping distance.
Risk: Increased stopping distance could result in an accident.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the original front brake shields with a new design. An additional hole will be drilled in the steering king pin housing to attach a larger cover plate. A smaller protection plate will also be attached to the existing two bolts in the hub.

Recall number 94V074000 · Recall details

Questions about the 1994 Saab 900 recalls

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No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the 1994 Saab 900 have?

8, covering exterior lighting, vehicle speed control and power train.

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