2010 Saab 9-3
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
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.
- Complaints
- 30
- Recalls
- 4
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Air bags
Campaigns on file for 2010
Opened by NHTSA
73% of complaints
Complaints per year
2010: 30 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 1 |
| 1999 | 64 |
| 2000 | 50 |
| 2001 | 59 |
| 2002 | 37 |
| 2003 | 212 |
| 2004 | 207 |
| 2005 | 95 |
| 2006 | 179 |
| 2007 | 155 |
| 2008 | 184 |
| 2009 | 43 |
| 2010 | 30 |
| 2011 | 30 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Air bags
73% · 22 reportsShow complaint excerpts
I have called viking Saab and registered on their web site months ago to have my airbag replaced as they are the only authorized Saab place in houston, Texas, to replace it. They have not contacted me. I don't know what else to do.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-10-28
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Saab 9.3. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V063000 (Air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-03-31
Seat belts
7% · 2 reportsShow complaint excerpts
The NHTSA announced a recall pertaining to the drivers side seatbelt not retracting. Recall #14V318000. As of 3/10/17, my 2010 Saab 9.3 sedan is experiencing the same issue as the recall but, the recall only stipulates the convertible model.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-05
Months ago, driver's seatbelt light would come on, driver would then push harder on seatbelt buckle which would 'click' again (Second time) and secure.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-01-13
Engine
7% · 2 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Had a compression test after weak starting. All 4 cylinders read 100.need valve replacement and understand this is a known problem in 2007-2011 Saab 4 cylinder cars. No warranty or recall regarding this use of flawed…
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-14
There have been two incidents where the vehicle has stalled suddenly while I was driving at a low speed. The vehicle also suddenly ran out of gas twice in the first two months I owned it.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-01-28
Fuel system, other
7% · 2 reportsMost commonly citing fuel pump.
Show complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2010 Saab 9-3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 11V015000 (Fuel System, Other) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-01-17
Tl*the contact owns a 2010 Saab 9-3. The contact attempted to accelerate from a stop but the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where it was repaired.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-04-12
Vehicle speed control
3% · 1 reportShow complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Saab 9-3. The contact stated that the vehicle surged forward while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-02-24
Safety timeline
4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2011-02-22Fuel system, gasoline11E009000 Ti automotive is recalling certain fuel pumps, part numbers TU456 and TU303, sold under various brand names as aftermarket and replacement equipment for the motor vehicles listed above. The…
Remedy: Ti automotive will notify owners of record and will replace any defective fuel pump with a new or reworked fuel pump free of charge. The safety recall began on February 22, 2011. Owners may…
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2011-03-03Fuel system, other11V015000 Saab is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 passenger vehicles manufactured from June 2010 through December 2010. Certain fuel pumps installed as original equipment may have internal…
Remedy: Saab will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. The safety recall began on March 3, 2011. Owners may contact Saab at 1-800-955-9007.
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2015-10-06Seat belts14V318000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2011 Saab 9-3 Convertible vehicles manufactured July 30, 2003, to February 15, 2011.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat belt retractor, free of charge. The recall began on October 6, 2015. Owners may contact Saab customer service at 1-800-955-9007. GM's number for this recall is 14222.
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2017-03-01Air bags16V063000 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...
Remedy: 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.
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Buy-smart checklist
2010 Saab 9-3 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 22 reports on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 11E009000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 11V015000 · Fuel system, other
- Recall 14V318000 · Seat belts
- Recall 16V063000 · Air bags
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2010 Saab 9-3 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 Saab 9-3 is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2010 Saab 9-3?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 73% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2010 Saab 9-3 have?
- 4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-08-10 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.