MYRModel Year Report

1986 Saab 9000

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1986 Saab 9000
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:53:23.978Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Saab 9000 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1986 highlighted. 1986: 3 complaints 1986 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 complaints 1998
1986: 3 complaints
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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.

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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, 19981010

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). TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950814

EQUIPMENT

1 of 3 total reports mentions: equipment.

FIRE
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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, 19960314

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19860707 — PE (closed 19860909)

SEAT TRACK/BELT FAILURE

R 19861208 — electrical system

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.

Campaign 86V143000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19900305 — electrical system

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 CI

Remedy: ADD AN ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT, INCLUDING A RELAY, TO THE BACKUP LAMP CIRCUIT TO REDUCE THE CURRENT THAT CAN FLOW THROUGH THE COMBINATION SWITCH.

Campaign 90V001000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19950210 — PE (closed 19950630)

PASSENGER COMPARTMENT FIRES

I 19950630 — EA (closed 19960731)

PASSENGER COMPARTMENT FIRE

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1986 Saab 9000 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for seats issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for equipment issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 86V143000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 90V001000 (electrical system) has been completed.
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:front assembly:recliner, 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 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.