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2006 SAAB 9-5 recalls & problems

The 2006 SAAB 9-5 has 2 safety recalls and 23 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is air bags (13 complaints).

Recalls2safety recalls
Complaints23filed by owners
Crashes · fires0 · 0reported in complaints
Injuries · deaths0 · 0reported in complaints
2006 SAAB 9-5 in an NHTSA crash test
NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

Air bagsFeb 3, 2016

Frontal › Driver side › Inflator module

Recall 16V063000113,716 vehiclesopened after NHTSA action (ODI)

Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 Saab 9-3 vehicles manufactured May 31, 2002, to February 15, 2011, 2006-2009 Saab 9-5 vehicles manufactured June 7, 2005, to May 28, 2009, and 2008-2009 Saturn Astra vehicles manufactured April 11, 2007, to July 24, 2008. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
Risk
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator on Saab 9-3 and 9-5 vehicles and will replace the driver's frontal airbag module on Saturn Astra vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on March 1, 2017. Owners may contact Saab customer service at 1-800-955-9007 or Saturn customer service at 1-800-553-6000. GM's number for this recall is 28810.
SeatsApr 9, 2008

Front assembly › Head restraint

Recall 08V16000057,389 vehiclesopened after NHTSA action (OVSC)

Problem
SAAB IS RECALLING 57,389 MY 2002-2008 9-5 SERIES VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT." DURING COMPLIANCE TESTING, ONE OF THE UPPER INTERIOR OCCUPANT PROTECTION TEST POINTS EXCEEDED THE STANDARD'S REQUIREMENTS.
Risk
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, PERSONAL INJURY TO OCCUPANTS MAY OCCUR.
Fix
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A-PILLAR TRIM WITH IMPROVED ENERGY-ABSORBING CAPABILITY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 25, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2006 Saab 9-5 4-DR. w/SAB

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crashNot Rated
Side crashNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated
2006 SAAB 9-5 NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

9-5

22mpg combined
City / highway18 / 27 mpg
FuelPremium Gasoline

2.3 L · 4 cyl · Manual 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,750/year to fuel

9-5 SportCombi

22mpg combined
City / highway18 / 27 mpg
FuelPremium Gasoline

2.3 L · 4 cyl · Manual 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,750/year to fuel

9-5

20mpg combined
City / highway16 / 26 mpg
FuelPremium Gasoline

2.3 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (S5) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $4,100/year to fuel

9-5 SportCombi

20mpg combined
City / highway16 / 26 mpg
FuelPremium Gasoline

2.3 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (S5) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $4,100/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Air bags13000—
Engine and engine coolingEngine2000—
Engine2000—
Electrical system2000—
Exterior lighting2000—
Service brakes, hydraulicAntilock/traction control/electronic limited slip1000—
Vehicle speed control1000—
VisibilityDefroster/defogger/hvac system › Fan/motor1000—
EquipmentElectrical › Radio/tape deck/cd etc.1000—
Service brakes, electric1000—
TiresSidewall1000—
Steering1000—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.

NHTSA defect investigations