MYRModel Year Report

2000 Saab 9-5

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2000 Saab 9-5
RENDERED 2026-09-17T03:35:17.777Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Saab 9-5 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2000 highlighted. 1998: 1 complaints 1998 1999: 118 complaints 2000: 102 complaints 2000 2001: 82 complaints 2002: 65 complaints 2002 2003: 49 complaints 2004: 19 complaints 2004 2005: 11 complaints 2006: 23 complaints 2006 2007: 17 complaints 2008: 20 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2010: 2 complaints 2010 2011: 9 complaints 2011
2000: 102 complaints
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YearComplaints
19981
1999118
2000102
200182
200265
200349
200419
200511
200623
200717
200820
20092
20102
20119

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 62%

62% of complaints: electrical system — 63 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing module and ignition.

FIRE INJURY
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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

SERVICE BRAKES 17%

17% of complaints: service brakes — 17 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 12%

12% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 12 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing catalytic convertor and engine.

FIRE
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THERE IS A VERY STRONG POLLUTED SMELL OF FUMES COMING FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. ODOR HAS CAUSED THE DRIVER TO BE VERY UNCOMFORTABLE WHILE DRIVING.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20020122

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 10%

10% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 10 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hoses, lines/piping, and fittings and tank assembly.

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NOXIOUS TERRIBLE SMELL --SUE TO A POORLY DESIGNED CATALYTIC CONVERTER---REPLACED CATALTIC CONVERTER W/NEW DESIGN NOTHING HELPED--SULPHUROUS SMELL THAT IRRIATES WIFE'S LUNGS

NHTSA ODI report, 20020821

A LOUD NOISE IS COMING FROM THE GAS TANK AS GAS MOVES IN THE TANK. *MJS

NHTSA ODI report, 20001219

VISIBILITY 5%

5% of complaints: visibility — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing defroster/defogger/hvac system and fan/motor.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20010730 — air bags

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

R 20030331 — wheels

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

I 20050407 — PE (closed 20050923)

ENGINE STALL/ ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES

R 20060313 — electrical system

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 (63 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (17 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (12 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.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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, accounting for 62% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2000 Saab 9-5 have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-08-10 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.