2000 Saab 9-5
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 1 |
| 1999 | 118 |
| 2000 | 102 |
| 2001 | 82 |
| 2002 | 53 |
| 2003 | 47 |
| 2004 | 19 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 23 |
| 2007 | 17 |
| 2008 | 20 |
| 2009 | 2 |
| 2010 | 2 |
| 2011 | 9 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
40% of complaints: electrical system — 41 distinct reports on file.
FIRE10% of complaints: electrical system — 10 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: electrical system — 10 distinct reports on file.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
IN MARCH 2006 MY 2000 SAAB 9-5 WAGON BURST INTO FLAMES UNDER THE HOOD AND THE ENTIRE FRONT END OF THE CAR BURNED. THE CAR WAS TOTALED. *NM
NHTSA ODI report, 20060416
7% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 7 distinct reports on file.
4% of complaints: visibility — 4 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." THE AIR BAG ALERT LABELS MAY NOT BE PERMANENTLY AFFIXED AS REQUIRED BY
Remedy: DEALERS WILL CLEAN THE SUNVISOR SURFACE AND APPLY A NEW AIR BAG ALERT LABEL ON BOTH SUNVISORS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 30, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AG
Campaign 01V168000 — check if this car was fixed
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, IF AN OWNER CHANGES THEIR WHEELS/TIRES BETWEEN SUMMER AND WINTER USING A STEEL WHEEL IN THE WINTER AND AN ALLOY WHEEL IN THE SUMMER, IT IS POSSIBLE FOR RUST AND CONTAMIN
Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE CONTACTED BY MAIL AND ASKED WHETHER THEY CHANGE BETWEEN STEEL AND ALLOY WHEELS. IF THEY DO ENGAGE IN THIS PRACTICE, THEY WILL BE INSTRUCTED TO BRING THEIR CARS TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER.
Campaign 03V006000 — check if this car was fixed
ENGINE STALL/ ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH B205/B235 4-CYLINDER GASOLINE ENGINES AND B308 6-CYLINDER GASOLINE ENGINES MAY EXPERIENCE OVERHEATING AND BURNOUT OF THE ISOLATED GATED BIPOLAR TRANSISTOR (IGB
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT TO SEE WHAT VERSION IDM IS IN THE VEHICLE AND REPLACE THE IDM IF IT IS A VERSION BUILT PRIOR TO THE INTRODUCTION OF QP3. AN INTERIM LETTER WILL BE MAILED TO OWNERS IN OCTOBER 200
Campaign 05V399000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2000 Saab 9-5 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (41 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 01V168000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 03V006000 (wheels) has been completed.
- Verify recall 05V399000 (electrical system) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2000 Saab 9-5 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 2000 Saab 9-5?
The most-reported component is electrical system:ignition:module, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Saab 9-5 have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.