1992 Saab 9000
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.
- Complaints
- 19
- Recalls
- 4
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1992
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1992: 19 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 3 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 19 |
| 1993 | 29 |
| 1994 | 14 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 1 |
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.
Show complaint excerpts
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, 2006-10-09
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.
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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.
NHTSA ODI report, 1998-11-06
Fuses blew out. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-02-15
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
4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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1994-03-25Fuel system, gasoline94V029000 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.
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1994-10-25Engine and engine cooling94V126000 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…
Remedy: Dealers will install a protective cover which will protect the cooler and hoses from other structural components in low energy front impacts.
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1995-07-07Service brakes, hydraulic95V067000 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…
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1999-07-05Air bags99V109000 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…
Buy-smart checklist
1992 Saab 9000 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 94V029000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 94V126000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 95V067000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 99V109000 · Air bags
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.