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1999 Saab 9-3

Owners have filed 80 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Saab 9-3. Electrical system is the most reported problem area, at 28% of complaints. After that come air bags (22%) and suspension (8%).

At a glance

Complaints
80 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Electrical system 28% of complaints
Recalls
3
Fuel economy
19 to 21 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 80 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Saab 9-3. Electrical system is the most reported problem area, at 28% of complaints. After that come air bags (22%) and suspension (8%).

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1999 Saab 9-3

Recalls

The 1999 Saab 9-3 is affected by 3 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 3 recall campaigns for the 1999 Saab 9-3

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 4 versions of the 1999 Saab 9-3. Combined fuel economy ranges from 19 to 21 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 18 city / 25 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the 9-3