1999 Saab 9-3 electrical system problems
Owners reported electrical system problems in 22 complaints for the 1999 Saab 9-3, 28% of the complaints on file. It is the most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 22 28% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 76,000 miles 18 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When electrical system problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 1 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 0 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 2 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 7 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 1 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 4 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 3 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 0 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 0 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 18 electrical system complaints that report mileage, the median is about 76,000 miles, and 17% were reported before 60,000 miles.
None of the electrical system complaints mention a crash, fire, injury or death.
What owners wrote
Vehicle suddenly loses power when the fuse to the fuel pump blows. The mechanics suggested that nothing was wrong with the vehicle. They did not find anything wrong with the electrical wiring harness.
Direct ignition cassette (ignition discharge module) failed. Engine would not start after being turned off. Car was towed, evaluated, and the ignition discharge module was replaced. The ignition discharge module that failed was identical to the idm that is currently under recall for 2000-2002 model years. I am requesting that the recall be extended to include the 1999 model year. I have retained the failed part.
Other problems reported for the 1999 Saab 9-3
- Air bags 18 complaints