MYRModel Year Report

1992 Saab 9000

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1992 Saab 9000
RENDERED 2026-09-17T03:36:22.672Z

Only 19 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 19 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, 1992 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
1992: 19 complaints
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YearComplaints
19863
19875
198812
198914
19907
19918
199219
199329
199414
19958
199610
19976
19981

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 19 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

6 of 19 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) and axle assembly.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

5 of 19 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly and fuel pump.

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ALL I HAVE TO SAY IS I HAVE HAD THIS CAR FOR OVER A YEAR. IT HAS BEEN ABSOLUTELY THE WORST CAR I HAVE EVER PURCHASED IN MY LIFE.. I HAVE HAD ABOUT SEVEN.. AND WOULD NEVER BUY A SAAB. THE TRANSMISSION WENT AT ABOUT 100,000 MILES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20061009

Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM and SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

5 of 19 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing fuses and circuit breakers and relay.

FIRE
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WHILE DRIVING A FIRE STARTED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE UNDER SUNVISOR WHICH IS EQUIPPED WITH A POWER MIRROR , CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19981106

FUSES BLEW OUT. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950215

SERVICE BRAKES

3 of 19 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

VISIBILITY

2 of 19 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing windshield wiper/washer and defroster/defogger/hvac system.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19940325 — fuel system, gasoline

THE FUEL FILLER AND TANK VENTILATION HOSES MAY DEVELOP CRACKS UNDER THE SECURING HOSE CLAMPS, RESULTING IN FUEL LEAKAGE.

Remedy: THE FUEL FILLER AND FUEL VENTILATION HOSES WILL BE REPLACED WITH NEW HOSES. THE FIVE SECURING HOSE CLAMPS WILL BE REPLACED BY A NEW TYPE WITH A SHIELD THAT PREVENTS DAMAGE TO THE HOSE WHEN TIGHTENED.

Campaign 94V029000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19941025 — engine and engine cooling

DURING LOW ENERGY FRONTAL IMPACT COLLISIONS, THE FRONT CROSSMEMBER CAN CONTACT THE METAL TUBING PORTION OF THE COOLER HOSE ASSEMBLY; AND/OR THE HOSE ASSEMBLY CAN BREAK AND LEAK OIL ONTO THE HOT EXHAUS

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A PROTECTIVE COVER WHICH WILL PROTECT THE COOLER AND HOSES FROM OTHER STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS IN LOW ENERGY FRONT IMPACTS.

Campaign 94V126000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19950707 — service brakes, hydraulic

MOISTURE CAN FOLLOW THE ELECTRICAL HARNESS AND ENTER THE PRESSURE SWITCH CONNECTOR CAUSING CORROSION AND MALFUNCTION OF THE SWITCH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS TO THE ABS PRESSURE SWITCH TERMINALS FOR CORROSION AND INSTALL A SHRINK HOSE TO THE WIRING HARNESS TO AVOID MOISTURE ENTERING THE CONNECTION. PRESSURE S

Campaign 95V067000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19990705 — air bags

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. MOISTURE CAN ENTER THE AIR BAG INFLATABLE RESTRAINT ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM) AND CAUSE CORROSION ON PORTIONS OF THE ECM PRINTER CIRCUIT BOARDS.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE EXTERIOR OF THE ECM. IF THERE IS NO INDICATION OF MOISTURE, A COVER WILL BE INSTALLED OVER THE ECM. IF THERE IS INDICATION OF MOISTURE, THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE ECM AND I

Campaign 99V109000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1992 Saab 9000 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 94V029000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 94V126000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 95V067000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 99V109000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ

Is the 1992 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 1992 Saab 9000?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1992 Saab 9000 have?

4 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.