MYRModel Year Report

1986 Saab 900

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1986 Saab 900
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:43:35.249Z

Only 9 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 9 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, 1986 highlighted. 1981: 1 complaints 1981 1982: 1 complaints 1983: 2 complaints 1984: 2 complaints 1984 1985: 5 complaints 1986: 9 complaints 1986 1987: 4 complaints 1987 1988: 13 complaints 1989: 22 complaints 1990: 19 complaints 1990 1991: 13 complaints 1992: 21 complaints 1993: 6 complaints 1993 1994: 44 complaints 1995: 100 complaints 1996: 48 complaints 1996 1997: 21 complaints 1998: 24 complaints 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2000: 1 complaints 2000
1986: 9 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

Only 9 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

6 of 9 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing wiring and module.

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MY 1986 , 8 VALVE, 2.0 LITER SAAB 900 STALLS OUT IN HOT WEATHER AND WILL NOT RESTART UNLESS AT LEAST 15 MINUTES HAVE PASSED. I HAVE REPLACED THE FUEL FILTER,DISTRIBUTOR CAP, IGNITION COIL, SPARK PLUGS, AND THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20030901

Also filed under FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

5 of 9 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing catalytic convertor and exhaust system.

FIRE
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VEHICLE ENGINE FIRE.

NHTSA ODI report, 19981014

CATALYTIC CONVERTER OVERHEATED WIRING AND SENT SMOKE INTO PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950906

TIRES

2 of 9 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing temporary/emergency spare tire.

SUSPENSION

1 of 9 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing multiple axle.

SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 9 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19860702 — steering

THE BOLT IN THE UPPER STEERING COLUMN U-JOINT CLAMP MAY HAVE BEEN OVER TORQUED AND MAY BREAK.

Remedy: REPLACE AND PROPERLY TORQUE BOLT.

Campaign 86V057000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19870323 — fuel system, gasoline

THE FUEL HOSE BETWEEN THE PRESSURE REGULATOR AND THE INJECTOR FUEL RAIL MAY RUPTURE DUE TO STRESS.

Remedy: REPLACE FUEL HOSE WITH NEW PREFORMED PLASTIC HOSE.

Campaign 87V013000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1986 Saab 900 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 86V057000 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 87V013000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1986 Saab 900 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 1986 Saab 900?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1986 Saab 900 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.