NHTSA — Electrical System: 12v/24v/48v Battery Problems

3.6

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
36,000 miles

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1999 Saab 9-5 electrical problems

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1999 Saab 9-5 Owner Comments

problem #3

Dec 282005

9-5

  • Automatic transmission
  • 108,000 miles

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1999 Saab 9-5 has a faulty master cylinder, and vacuum booster which both had to be replaced at owners expense. In the past the consumer had to replace the water pump. Heater fan motor, thermostat. Leaky sunroof, battery, battery cables and numerous light bulbs.

- Gorham, ME, USA

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problem #2

Aug 172001

9-5

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
Consumer tried to start vehicle, but it would not start. He called Saab roadside assistance, who advised him to refill battery fluid. He, then jump started vehicle, there was a flash from the battery and it cracked. Dealer replaced battery, and stated that battery going dry, and it was a known problem. Dash indicator did not show a problem with battery.

- Highlands Ranch, CO, USA

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problem #1

Jan 262001

9-5

  • miles
Battery exploded while driving, was in parking lot at the time, and had no prior warning. Was a loud bang and vehicle rolled to a stop. Had vehicle towed to dealership. Mechanic had no indication of what caused explosion.

- Oceanside, CA, USA

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