MYRModel Year Report

2005 Saab 9-5

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2005 Saab 9-5
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:39:45.389Z

Only 11 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 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
11

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2005

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1998: 1 complaint 1998 1999: 118 complaints 2000: 102 complaints 2000 2001: 82 complaints 2002: 65 complaints 2002 2003: 49 complaints 2004: 19 complaints 2005: 11 complaints 2005 11 2006: 23 complaints 2007: 17 complaints 2008: 20 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2010: 2 complaints 2010 2011: 9 complaints
1998: 1 complaint 1998 1999: 118 complaints 1999 2000: 102 complaints 2000 2001: 82 complaints 2001 2002: 65 complaints 2002 2003: 49 complaints 2003 2004: 19 complaints 2004 2005: 11 complaints 2005 11 2006: 23 complaints 2006 2007: 17 complaints 2007 2008: 20 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2009 2010: 2 complaints 2010 2011: 9 complaints 2011
1998: 1 complaint 1998 1999: 118 complaints 1999 2000: 102 complaints 2000 2001: 82 complaints 2001 2002: 65 complaints 2002 2003: 49 complaints 2003 2004: 19 complaints 2004 2005: 11 complaints 2005 11 2006: 23 complaints 2006 2007: 17 complaints 2007 2008: 20 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2009 2010: 2 complaints 2010 2011: 9 complaints 2011

2005: 11 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19981
1999118
2000102
200182
200265
200349
200419
200511
200623
200717
200820
20092
20102
20119

Known problem areas

Only 11 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Exterior lighting

2 of 11 total reports mention: exterior lighting.

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Running lights will not turn off, even after the car is stopped and the key is out of the ignition, causing the battery to run down.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-05-14

Air bags

2 of 11 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASHINJURY
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I was involved with in an accident on Friday December 14TH, 2012. I was returning to work on my lunch break and a lady ran a red light, pulling out infront of me, and I ended up t-boning her going roughly 45MPH.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-12-17

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 9-5 Saab. The contact stated that while making a turn she crashed into a parked vehicle. The air bags did deploy after the crash occurred and the driver received injuries to her face and mouth. A police report was filed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2011-05-31

Suspension

2 of 11 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing rear and front.

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My 2005 Saab 9-5 arc right front coil spring broke while my wife was driving the vehicle causing extensive tire damage. The vehicle is being repaired requiring the replacement of both coil springs along with the cv boot.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-07-18

Equipment

2 of 11 total reports mention: equipment, most commonly citing radio/tape deck/cd etc..

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The ignition cassette needed to be replaced.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-03-23

The factory floor mat slipped forward and was wedged to the accelerator pedal so that the pedal stuck at almost full throttle. Avoided a collision by shifting into neutral, stopping, and realizing the mat was jammed into the accelerator pedal.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-11-07

Electrical system

2 of 11 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing module.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    2007-06-13Fuel system, gasoline07V087000 On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel pump retaining tabs holding the fuel lines were damaged during production.

    Remedy: Dealers will develop a securing bracket that will secure the fuel lines to the fuel pump even if the plastic retaining tabs should break. The recall began on June 13, 2007. This is an expansion…

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    2008-11-25Seats08V160000 Saab is recalling 57,389 my 2002-2008 9-5 series vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 201, "Occupant protection in interior impact."…

    Remedy: Dealers will install a-pillar trim with improved energy-absorbing capability free of charge. The recall began on November 25, 2008. Owners may contact Saab at 1-800-955-9007.

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Buy-smart checklist

2005 Saab 9-5 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Exterior lighting: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 07V087000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 08V160000 · Seats
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2005 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 2005 Saab 9-5?
The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 18% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 Saab 9-5 have?
2 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.