2001 Saab 9-3 electrical system problems
Owners reported electrical system problems in 26 complaints for the 2001 Saab 9-3, 35% of the complaints on file. It is the most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 26 35% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 62,000 miles 24 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 | 2 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 2 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 6 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 6 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 5 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 1 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 0 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 1 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 0 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 1 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 24 electrical system complaints that report mileage, the median is about 62,000 miles, and 42% were reported before 60,000 miles.
None of the electrical system complaints mention a crash, fire, injury or death.
What owners wrote
While driving and without warning vehicle shut off completely. Losing all power, resulting in no steering, brakes etc,. Contacted dealer.
Direct ignition cassette failed while traveling approximately 45 MPH. Car lost power, including electricity and power steering. Was able to restart car, but shut down again about 10 minutes later.
Other problems reported for the 2001 Saab 9-3
- Fuel system 16 complaints
- Engine 15 complaints