1993 Saab 900
Only 6 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 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1993: 6 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 1 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 2 |
| 1984 | 2 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 4 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 22 |
| 1990 | 19 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 21 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 44 |
| 1995 | 100 |
| 1996 | 48 |
| 1997 | 21 |
| 1998 | 24 |
| 1999 | 2 |
| 2000 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
2 of 6 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood and wiring.
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Notice smoke coming from engine department, resulted in fire total lost. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-02-07
Vehicle speed control
1 of 6 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing linkages.
Structure
1 of 6 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing door.
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Brakes failed.
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-05-02
Power train
1 of 6 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing manual transmission.
Fuel system, gasoline
1 of 6 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly.
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Original fuel tank made of plastic leaked from the bottom due to a hole. Dealership replaced the fuel tank, which also started to leak sometimes in a different location. Manufacturer had no answer as to the cause of the leak.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-09-09
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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1998-04-22SQClosed 1998-05-08 Audio system fires
Buy-smart checklist
1993 Saab 900 — pre-purchase inspection
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- Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
- Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1993 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 1993 Saab 900?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1993 Saab 900 have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-08-10 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.