MYRModel Year Report

1999 Saab 9-3 Convertible

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1999 Saab 9-3 Convertible
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:25:17.156Z

Only 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Saab 9-3 Convertible Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1999 highlighted. 1999: 16 complaints 1999 2000: 12 complaints 2000 2001: 24 complaints 2001 2002: 9 complaints 2002
1999: 16 complaints
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YearComplaints
199916
200012
200124
20029

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 16 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SEAT BELTS

2 of 16 total reports mention: seat belts.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 16 total reports mention: electrical system.

AIR BAGS

2 of 16 total reports mention: air bags.

INJURY
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DRIVING ON ROAD AND PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED ON ITS OWN IN AFTERNOON OF FRIDAY, APRIL 27TH. NO PASSENGER WAS IN THE SEAT. SAAB WAS IMMEDIATELY CONTACTED. CAR WAS TAKEN TO SAAB DEALER MONDAY MORNING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20070501

I WAS TRAVELING ALONG ON THE INTERSTATE AND ALL OF A SUDDEN THE SIDE CURTAIN DRIVER AIRBAG DEPLOYED FOR NO REASON. IT NEARLY CAUSED ME TO WRECK FROM THE LOUD POP WHICH BLURRED MY VISION AS WELL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150818

WHEELS

1 of 16 total reports mentions: wheels.

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IN THE LAST 10 MONTHS THE FUNDAMENTAL RIMS THAT CAME WITH OPTIONAL STEALTH PACKAGE ARE WEAK. THREE RIMS HAVE BENT DURING NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS. LOCAL FL DEALERSHIP WILL NOT ACKNOWLEDGE A DEFECT IN THE RIMS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20010202

STEERING

1 of 16 total reports mentions: steering.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20050407 — PE (closed 20050923)

ENGINE STALL/ ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1999 Saab 9-3 Convertible — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1999 Saab 9-3 Convertible reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Saab 9-3 Convertible?

The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 13% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1999 Saab 9-3 Convertible have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.