Some or all Saab 9-5's were manufactured with defective rear axle subframes. These subframes fatigue and deform resulting in tire failures, unsafe handling, premature tire wear, and/or other potentially fatal problems. I experienced a blowout at highway speed, premature tire wear, excessive tire noise, and unsettled vehicle dynamics for over 6 months while Saab fought not to fix this problem. Online bulletin boards such as www.saabnet.com indicate that numerous other owners of 9-5 sedans and wagons, my 1999-present have experienced similar problems, almost always related to using the vehicle at or near its gross vehicle weight rating, which I believe to be significantly overstated by Saab. The 9-5's suspension cannot withstand a fully or near fully loaded vehicle for any significant length of time and/or mileage.

- Long Beach, NY, USA