2004 SAAB 9-3 review from North America
"Very Poor Reliability"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
This car is only 3 years old. The brake pads have been replaced more than any other care I have owned.
My car was recalled for the sunroof. I took it in. It still does not open.
The middle console broke after 2 years.
The air conditioning only works occassionally.
I recently took it in because a light came on reading "Gear Box Malfunction, limited performance, contact Saab immediately" I did. It was Sunday they said do not drive and bring it in on Monday. I did. Apparently my Saab had the wrong computer chip in it, so it was nothing, but a computer malfunction. Except, that was Saab's mistake and I had to take a day off work and pay $125.00 to Saab.
General comments?
Will not purchase another Saab.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2004 |
| Year of manufacture | 2004 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.8 turbo Automatic |
| Performance marks | 4 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 3 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 3 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 1 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 58000 miles |
| Previous car | SAAB 9-5 |
| Date of Entry | 31st July, 2007 |