My 1991 saab 9000cd turbo "eats" ignition modules. This happens roughly every 10,000 miles. At a cost in excess of $450 each it's expensive. When the module fails, the engine stops without warning. This can be hazardous in traffic.
The worst 1991 Saab 9000 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Fuel system2
- Transmission2
- Airbags1
- Body1
- Brakes1
Problems by type
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- Fuel system2
- Transmission2
- Airbags1
- Body1
- Brakes1
- Electrical1
- Seat belts1
Recalls 1
Power train: automatic transmission
- What is wrong
- Improper assembly could cause the ball of the gear selector arm not to be properly fixed to the socket on the end of the gear selector cable; gear selector arm could separate from the gear selector cable at the ball socket joint.
- Risk
- The gear position could not be selected or determinedusing the selector lever; car could be started in gear other than park orneutral, resulting in sudden unexpected vehicle movement.
- Remedy
- Properly seat gear selector arm ball in the selector cable socket and secure by a lock ring inside the socket.
Recall number 91V002000 · Recall details
See all 1 recalls for the 1991 Saab 9000
Defect investigations
Passenger compartment fire
There is no summary currently available
EA95020
Passenger compartment fires
There is no summary currently available
PE95009
Technical service bulletins for the 1991 Saab 9000 3
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
1991 Saab 9000 fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3L 4‑cyl | FWD | 15-18 | 22-24 | 18-20 |
What 1991 Saab 9000 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
This car has been a nightmare from the purchase date. No safety defect listed in summary.
While driving at about 55 to 60mph on a clear day driver's side airbag deployed without a cause. Dealer has not seen.
The clutch pedal sticks to the floor when depressed. The clutch initially does not engage because the pedal is on the floor. However, the pressure eventually bleeds off and the clutch engages without warning despite the fact the pedal is engaged. You still have to physically pull the clutch pedal up. This creates a very dangerous driving situation, especially in dc area traffic. I had the same problem when the car had 40,000 miles on it. Obviously, the replacement part was of no better design/quality. At that time the dealer who repaired it told me it was a common problem.
Passenger's seat belt will not latch.
Anti lock brakes failed.
Sporadic operation of electronic door locks. Appears to be an electrical problem. Tt
Vehicle caught on fire while driving at 55mph. Please describe details. Tt
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Questions about the 1991 Saab 9000
Is the 1991 Saab 9000 reliable?
Owners have filed 8 complaints about the 1991 Saab 9000, close to a typical 9000 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1991 Saab 9000?
Fuel and propulsion system, with 2 complaints. Next is transmission (2).
How many recalls does the 1991 Saab 9000 have?
1 recall, covering power train.
What gas mileage does the 1991 Saab 9000 get?
Official estimates for the 1991 Saab 9000 range from 18 to 20 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.3L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 15-18 city and 22-24 highway.
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