MYRModel Year Report

1994 Saab 900

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1994 Saab 900
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:51:12.514Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
44
Recalls
8

Campaigns on file for 1994

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

34% of complaints

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 1988: 13 complaints 1989: 22 complaints 1990: 19 complaints 1990 1991: 13 complaints 1992: 21 complaints 1993: 6 complaints 1994: 44 complaints 1994 44 1995: 100 complaints 1996: 48 complaints 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 1988: 13 complaints 1989: 22 complaints 1989 1990: 19 complaints 1991: 13 complaints 1991 1992: 21 complaints 1993: 6 complaints 1994: 44 complaints 1994 44 1995: 100 complaints 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 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 44 1995: 100 complaints 1995 1996: 48 complaints 1996 1997: 21 complaints 1997 1998: 24 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2000: 1 complaint 2000

1994: 44 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

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine and engine cooling

34% · 15 reports

Most commonly citing engine and belts and associated pulleys.

Show complaint excerpts

Vehicle stalled in traffic due to engine failure.*mr the gasket surrounding the timing belt cover became tangled with the timing belt which caused the vehicle not to start.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-10-29

Consumer called complaining about having problems with the timming belt tension on her vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-11-20

Power train

25% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing manual transmission and automatic transmission.

Electrical system

20% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing wiring and interior/under dash.

CRASHFIRE
Show complaint excerpts

While driving the vehicle lost all power. The vehicle was sent to the dealership who found a bundle of wires held together by a plastic binder wire clip. The bundle became loose and a wire was exposed to and rubbing on metal.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-03-21

When started, vehicle begins to smoke and catch fire. Fire failure possibly due to electrical failure. Please describe details w/location of fire on vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-07-13

Vehicle speed control

16% · 7 reports

Service brakes

16% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

CRASH

Safety timeline

8 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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    1994-06-15Service brakes, hydraulic94V074000 The original front brake discs and/or pads shields do not protect the assemblies from being coated with a layer of slush, road salt or water while driving in snow or heavy rain. This can result in a…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the original front brake shields with a new design. An additional hole will be drilled in the steering king pin housing to attach a larger cover plate. A smaller protection…

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    1994-09-09Seats94V110000 A weld in the seat rails was not made, increasing the risk of fatigue cracks forming around the attachment bushings on the height adjustment mechanism, causing the possibility of the height adjuster…

    Remedy: Dealers will install new front seat frame rails.

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    1994-10-20Seats94V127000 Two trigger springs mounted to the fore/aft adjustment lever do not develop sufficient force to properly lock the seat rails. After the seat is adjusted, this does not allow the seat rail lock to…

    Remedy: Dealers will remove both front seats and the two springs on each seat will be replaced with new springs with proper tension to ensure proper engagement.

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    1994-12-15Structure94V174000 The two weld points in the rearward attachment bracket for the side impact protection beam in the rear door may be out of position. If the welds are out of position, the vehicles will not meet the…

    Remedy: Dealers will install support brackets at the support weld locations.

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    1995-01-12Seats94V226000 One or more of the arc welds can be missing on the seat back frame recliner.

    Remedy: Both front seat backs will be inspected with the use of a hook to pull back the seat back upholstery. For any seat with missing welds, the seat back frame/recliner will be replaced.

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    1995-07-07Power train95V068000 It is possible to move the shift lever into the reverse gear position, remove the ignition key, and still have the transmission in neutral, or, to accidently disengage reverse by striking the gear…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace transmission linkage components and complete a specially developed service adjustment procedure that will ensure that when the shift is moved to the reverse position, the…

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    1997-05-05Vehicle speed control97V046000 Corrosion around the zinc-coated throttle control lever bushing can cause the throttle lever to bind.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the zinc-coated throttle control lever bushing with a nickel-coated bushing and bolt.

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    1998-04-22SQClosed 1998-05-08 Audio system fires
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    1998-06-15Exterior lighting98V038000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The instructions for properly aiming the headlighting system were omitted. This does not meet the requirements of FMVSS No. 108, "Lamps, reflective…

    Remedy: Owners will be sent aiming instructions, and directions for affixing these inserts to the owner guides. If an owner so desires, a dealer can affix the inserts in their owner guide for them.

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    1998-10-09SQClosed 1998-10-27 New wheel bolts
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    2000-09-25Defect petitionClosed 2001-11-19 Defective water pump pulley

Buy-smart checklist

1994 Saab 900 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 15 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 11 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 9 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 94V074000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 94V110000 · Seats
  • Recall 94V127000 · Seats
  • Recall 94V174000 · Structure
  • Recall 94V226000 · Seats
  • Recall 95V068000 · Power train
  • Recall 97V046000 · Vehicle speed control
  • Recall 98V038000 · Exterior lighting
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1994 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 1994 Saab 900?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 34% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 Saab 900 have?
8 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.