MYRModel Year Report

1986 Saab 9000

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1986 Saab 9000
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:35:49.253Z

Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
3

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1986

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1986: 3 complaints 1986 3 1987: 5 complaints 1988: 12 complaints 1988 1989: 14 complaints 1990: 7 complaints 1990 1991: 8 complaints 1992: 19 complaints 1992 1993: 29 complaints 1994: 14 complaints 1994 1995: 8 complaints 1996: 10 complaints 1996 1997: 6 complaints 1998: 1 complaint 1998
1986: 3 complaints 1986 3 1987: 5 complaints 1987 1988: 12 complaints 1988 1989: 14 complaints 1989 1990: 7 complaints 1990 1991: 8 complaints 1991 1992: 19 complaints 1992 1993: 29 complaints 1993 1994: 14 complaints 1994 1995: 8 complaints 1995 1996: 10 complaints 1996 1997: 6 complaints 1997 1998: 1 complaint 1998
1986: 3 complaints 1986 3 1987: 5 complaints 1987 1988: 12 complaints 1988 1989: 14 complaints 1989 1990: 7 complaints 1990 1991: 8 complaints 1991 1992: 19 complaints 1992 1993: 29 complaints 1993 1994: 14 complaints 1994 1995: 8 complaints 1995 1996: 10 complaints 1996 1997: 6 complaints 1997 1998: 1 complaint 1998

1986: 3 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19863
19875
198812
198914
19907
19918
199219
199329
199414
19958
199610
19976
19981

Known problem areas

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Seats

1 of 3 total reports mentions: seats, most commonly citing recliner.

Show complaint excerpts

Front seat backs have almost an inch of free-play front to rear. This free play is felt on stops, flopping back to front, particularly on downhill stops. May cause back injury and road distraction.

NHTSA ODI report, 1998-10-10

Fuel system, gasoline

1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

FIRE
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Vehicle caught fire while parked and inoperative.the fire began under the hood it caused an explosion.the car was started by itself.(Ea95-020).…

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-08-14

Equipment

1 of 3 total reports mentions: equipment, most commonly citing electrical.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

When putting a match in the ashtray the match continued to burn and the whole dash went up in flames. Please describe.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-03-14

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1986-07-07Preliminary evaluationClosed 1986-09-09 Seat track/belt failure
  2. R
    1986-12-08Electrical system86V143000 The wiring harness may chafe against the windshield wiper motor bracket.

    Remedy: Affix two rubber strips to the vertical edges of the windshield wiper motor bracket.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. R
    1990-03-05Electrical system90V001000 Abrasion on the printed circuit card in the combination neutral safety/backup lamp switch operated by the automatic transmission gear selector may cause residue to collect in electrical area on the…

    Remedy: Add an electrical circuit, including a relay, to the backup lamp circuit to reduce the current that can flow through the combination switch.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  4. I
    1995-02-10Preliminary evaluationClosed 1995-06-30 Passenger compartment fires
  5. I
    1995-06-30Engineering analysisClosed 1996-07-31 Passenger compartment fire

Buy-smart checklist

1986 Saab 9000 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Seats: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Equipment: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 86V143000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 90V001000 · Electrical system
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1986 Saab 9000 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 9000?
The most-reported component is seats, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1986 Saab 9000 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.