Engine shut off while car was running three times. First two times car was idling, third time car was being driven at 60 MPH. Engine shut off with no warning and would not restart. Saab dealer claimed in the first two instances that this could not possibly happen with car running. In first instance, dealer replaced ignition switch. In second instance, dealer replaced gear position switch. In third instance, dealer replaced chafed wiring harness to passenger seat. We are not convinced that saab has fixed this major safety problem, and are even more worried that a chafed wire for the heated seat can cause an immediate engine shutdown on any saab 9-3.
The worst 1999 Saab 900 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical1
- Suspension1
- Transmission1
Problems by type
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- Electrical1
- Suspension1
- Transmission1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Defect investigations
Stop sale notice
Saab issued a tsb announcing a retail delivery stop on all 1999 saab's.the technical service broadcast advised the dealer to change the banjo bolt on the power steering rack assembly
SQ98022
Stop sale notice
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SQ98023
New wheel bolts
saab issued a tsb informing dealers about a new wheel mounting bolt.If the issue is loosening of the lug nut, this could lead to bolt fatigue and the potential for a wheel separation.
SQ98018
Technical service bulletins for the 1999 Saab 900 1
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
What 1999 Saab 900 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Front end drifts across the road, strange noises in front end, rims and tires weak, glass roof noise, paint defects( dot number: tire size: 205,65, 16 )
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Questions about the 1999 Saab 900
Is the 1999 Saab 900 reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1999 Saab 900, fewer than a typical 900 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1999 Saab 900?
Electrical system, with 1 complaint. Next is suspension (1).
How many recalls does the 1999 Saab 900 have?
No recalls on record.
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