3.3

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
40,825 miles

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problem #3

Nov 162007

9-5 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
2001 Saab 9-5 with engine stalling problems. Consumer states that she has had the engine shut off while driving and the fuel pump replaced twice. She feels that her vehicle is a lemon. The consumer stated the engine light illuminated. The mechanic stated the brake booster was faulty which caused the engine light to come on. There was a loud roaring noise coming from the rear of the vehicle upon braking. The dealer replaced the brakes.

- Fort Washington, MD, USA

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problem #2

Nov 162005

9-5 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 68,475 miles
Fuel pump sprang a leak pumping gasoline under vehicle as long as engine continued running. Car was flatbedded to dealer. New fuel pump cost $810.

- Unioin, NJ, USA

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problem #1

Aug 232005

9-5 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 54,000 miles
2001 Saab 9-5 fuel pump clip failed spraying gasoline under pressure over exhaust system below rear passenger seat. There is an active recall for the 2001 Saab 9-3 for the same exact problem. No recall for the 2001 Saab 9-5.

- Manassas, VA, USA

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