2002 SAAB 9-5 Linear review from North America
"Run away as fast as you can!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
All internal and most of external lights.
Both info displays, including ACC display 3 times.
"Software" updates for rough idle and A/T shifts - several times.
Turbo failed.
All ignition and emission sensors.
Direct ignition module twice.
AC failed 2 times (needed recharge and compressor).
Front brakes froze at 30K.
General comments?
My '02 Linear was the worst car I have ever owned. It spent so much time at the dealership during warranty period! I loved to drive Mazda and Saabaru (9-2X) loaners for hundreds of miles at the time!
All electronics were replaced, and most of sensors failed in the first 2 years. As soon as warranty ran out, small electronic problems and failed AC forced me to trade it in for something more reliable.
What a piece of Swedish crap!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2002 |
| Year of manufacture | 2002 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3t Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 0 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 2 miles |
| Most recent distance | 56000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Camry |
| Date of Entry | 24th January, 2008 |