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2003 Saab 9-3

Owners have filed 323 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Saab 9-3. Electrical system is the most reported problem area, at 16% of complaints. After that come suspension (14%) and engine (12%).

At a glance

Complaints
323 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Electrical system 16% of complaints
Recalls
4
Fuel economy
21 to 23 MPG combined

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

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 323 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Saab 9-3. Electrical system is the most reported problem area, at 16% of complaints. After that come suspension (14%) and engine (12%).

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2003 Saab 9-3

Recalls

The 2003 Saab 9-3 is affected by 4 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 4 recall campaigns for the 2003 Saab 9-3

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 4 versions of the 2003 Saab 9-3. Combined fuel economy ranges from 21 to 23 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 19 city / 28 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the 9-3