MYRModel Year Report

1980 Saab 900

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1980 Saab 900
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:34:20.790Z

Only 0 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 0 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 900 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1980 highlighted. 1980: 0 complaints 1980 1981: 1 complaints 1982: 1 complaints 1983: 2 complaints 1983 1984: 2 complaints 1985: 5 complaints 1986: 9 complaints 1986 1987: 4 complaints 1988: 13 complaints 1989: 22 complaints 1989 1990: 19 complaints 1991: 13 complaints 1992: 21 complaints 1992 1993: 6 complaints 1994: 44 complaints 1995: 100 complaints 1995 1996: 48 complaints 1997: 21 complaints 1998: 24 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 2000: 1 complaints 2000
1980: 0 complaints
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YearComplaints
19800
19811
19821
19832
19842
19855
19869
19874
198813
198922
199019
199113
199221
19936
199444
1995100
199648
199721
199824
19992
20001

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

No complaint components on file for this model year.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19801031 — fuel system, gasoline

THE POSSIBILITY EXISTS THAT THE MOUNTING COLLAR FOR THE ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP, SUBMERGED IN THE FUEL, COULD PARTIALLY DETACH FROM THE TOP OF THE TANK AND CAUSE A FUEL LEAK.

Remedy: DEALER WILL REPLACE THE FUEL PUMP SUPPORT AND REMOUNT THE PUMP AT NO CHARGE TO OWNER.

Campaign 80V123000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19830829 — power train

A PROBLEM RELATING TO THE FRONT EXHAUST PIPE BRACKET ATTACHMENT COULD CAUSE LEAKING OF TRANSMISSION OIL. TRANSMISSION COULD LOCK UP DUE TO LACK OF PROPER OIL LUBRICATION.

Remedy: DEALER WILL REPLACE THE EXISTING EXHAUST PIPE BRACKET WITH ONE THAT ATTACHES TO THE SIDE OF THE TRANSMISSION. THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL COVER GASKET WILL ALSO BE REPLACED, USING SCREWS INSTEAD OF STUDS.

Campaign 83V068000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1980 Saab 900 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Verify recall 80V123000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 83V068000 (power train) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1980 Saab 900 reliable?

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

How many recalls does the 1980 Saab 900 have?

2 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.