MYRModel Year Report

1987 Saab 900

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1987 Saab 900
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:34:34.701Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Saab 900 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1987 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 1987 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
1987: 4 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 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.

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DRIVER'S INTERIOR REAR VIEW MIRROR CAME OFF IN DRIVER'S HAND DUE TO FATIGUED BALL SOCKET HOUSING. *SKD

NHTSA ODI report, 19951019

TIRES

2 of 4 total reports mention: tires.

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FOUR CONTINENTAL TIRES CRACKED ON SIDE WALL.

NHTSA ODI report, 19951019

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 4 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

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HEAT SHIELD UNDER CATALYTIC CONVERTER RUSTS, CAUSING SHIELD TO OVERHEAT.

NHTSA ODI report, 19951019

SUSPENSION

1 of 4 total reports mentions: suspension.

EQUIPMENT

1 of 4 total reports mentions: equipment.

FIRE
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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.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20030902

SAFETY TIMELINE

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

R 19890118 — electrical system

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.

Campaign 88V173000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1987 Saab 900 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 87V013000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 88V173000 (electrical system) has been completed.
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:rearview mirrors/devices:interior, 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 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.