MYRModel Year Report

1987 Saab 900

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1987 Saab 900
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:32:08.016Z

Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
4

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1987

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

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

1987: 4 complaints

View as data table
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 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Visibility

2 of 4 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing interior.

Show complaint excerpts

Heat shield under catalytic converter rusts, causing shield to overheat.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-10-19

Also filed under Tires and engine and engine cooling

Tires

2 of 4 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing sidewall.

Engine and engine cooling

2 of 4 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing catalytic convertor.

Suspension

1 of 4 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing lower arm.

Equipment

1 of 4 total reports mentions: equipment.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

My 1987 Saab 900 caughton fire with me in it. I would like to file a complaint against Saab but I do not know how to go about it. I need help. Thank you.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-09-02

Also filed under Electrical system

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1987-03-23Fuel system, gasoline87V013000 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1989-01-18Electrical system88V173000 Wiring harness may chafe against sharp edges under the dashboard and against a support under the rear seat (1988 models only).

    Remedy: Install rubber protective strips to sharp edges and completely encase wire harness in a protective plastic tube.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1987 Saab 900 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Visibility: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Tires: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 87V013000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 88V173000 · Electrical system
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1987 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 1987 Saab 900?
The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1987 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.