MYRModel Year Report

1991 Saab 9000

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1991 Saab 9000
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:47:38.185Z

Only 8 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 8 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, 1991 highlighted. 1986: 3 complaints 1986 1987: 5 complaints 1988: 12 complaints 1988 1989: 14 complaints 1990: 7 complaints 1990 1991: 8 complaints 1991 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
1991: 8 complaints
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YearComplaints
19863
19875
198812
198914
19907
19918
199219
199329
199414
19958
199610
19976
19981

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 8 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

2 of 8 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing clutch assembly and automatic transmission.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

2 of 8 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing fuel injection system.

FIRE
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VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE DRIVING AT 55MPH. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950206

STRUCTURE

1 of 8 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing door.

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SPORADIC OPERATION OF ELECTRONIC DOOR LOCKS. APPEARS TO BE AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950214

SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 8 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

SEAT BELTS

1 of 8 total reports mentions: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19910125 — power train

IMPROPER ASSEMBLY COULD CAUSE THE BALL OF THE GEAR SELECTOR ARM NOT TO BE PROPERLY FIXED TO THE SOCKET ON THE END OF THE GEAR SELECTOR CABLE; GEAR SELECTOR ARM COULD SEPARATE FROM THE GEAR SELECTOR CA

Remedy: PROPERLY SEAT GEAR SELECTOR ARM BALL IN THE SELECTOR CABLE SOCKET AND SECURE BY A LOCK RING INSIDE THE SOCKET.

Campaign 91V002000 — 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

1991 Saab 9000 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 91V002000 (power train) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1991 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 1991 Saab 9000?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1991 Saab 9000 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-08-10 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.