2003 SAAB 9-3 vector from North America - Comments

Within the first 18,000 miles the On-star computer needed to be replaced three times, I discontinued service so I don't know if it works now.

At around 14,000 miles my steering wheel became loose and the steering column was replaced.

At about 15,000 miles the drivers window would not stay in the closed position, the dealer replaced something in the door and now it just rattles.

At about 30,000 miles my sunroof was not closing properly and I am waiting for parts for that still.

At 32,000 miles the left rear door would not lock electrically.

At about 33,000 miles the left rear window stopped working as well they replaced a computed for that issue.

At about 34,000 miles the passenger seat would not move in any direction, which required another computer to be replaced.

Around 35,000 miles my front wheel bearings needed to be replaced.

I have been in the dealer three times for oil consumption, At 35,000 miles I am waiting for a new engine to come in so they can replace that.

While I am waiting on my engine at 35k and some change I noticed that my car is making front end noise when I turn It sounds like a ball joint, but I have not had that looked at yet.

This car is a fantastic driving machine, I just wish I didn't have to visit the dealer at least once a month.

SAAB customer service is great the people are courteous and helpful, I however would rather not know them so well.

SAAB electrical parts are terrible it is an electrical nightmare.

I am so glad I have a warranty because the dealer probably puts about $500. a month in parts alone in just my car and also pays someone to do it.

I enjoy the 9-5 as well I seem to drive the loaner almost as much as my own.

I just got the car back from the dealer again and the wheel bearings and front struts have been replaced, the sunroof is now fixed.

I just had the engine replaced at 36k and it drives like new again. I just hope it didn't come from the same shelf as the original engine.

I purchased a 1995 Saab convertible to sell from my car lot 3 years ago, but when my wife saw it, she confiscated it and won't give it back.

The car has been a fantastic daily driver. She loves everything about it and has not cost anything other than normal maintenance to own it.

I know that cars are like fingerprints... no two the same, but Saab seems to have it pretty well figured out.

None of these cars are made in Heaven, but these just don't commit as many sins...

Rick Lab.