1.9
hardly worth mentioning- Crashes / Fires:
- 0 / 0
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 0 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 84,967 miles
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During the time frame that I first received the notice of the recall of the front seat belt retractors for my vehicle the rear seat belt retractors (left-side passenger behind the driver) on my vehicle had failed to retract properly. When I initially took my vehicle in to replace the driver side seat belt retractors I inquired as to the rear seat belt retractors and I was told that there was no recall for the rear seat belts at that time however, I should continue to monitor Saab website for any additional seatbelt recalls. As of date I have not located any additional recall notices from Saab regarding the seat belts on the 2004 9-3 aero. For safety reasons I no longer use the lest side passenger seat in my vehicle as now the seat belt does not retract at all.
- Seattle, WA, USA
The contact owns a 2004 Saab 9-3. the contact stated that the driver's side seat belt failed to retract or latch. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 84,000 and the current mileage was 84,200.
- North Ridge, CA, USA
I got in my vehicle, went to put on my seat-belt, and the entire belt pulled out of the unit. It will not retract at all anymore. Upon researching online, I found that there was an open recall on my year/model vehicle with respect to the broken belt retractors. I contacted GM and was told that my VIN number falls outside of the recall range. It seems that if I have the same year/model vehicle being recalled and the same issue as the vehicles being recalled, GM should expand the VIN's that are being covered to fix this very important safety mechanism failure.
- Windermere, FL, USA
TL- the contact owns a 2004 Saab 9-3 convertible. The contact was inquiring about a recall NHTSA campaign number: 10V043000 (seat belts) and stated that the VIN was not included. The contact also mentioned that he's experienced the problem that was listed in the recall. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 112,000.
- Boulder, CO, USA
Seat belt has released into my lap as I came to a stop and will not retract. Very dangerous issue!!! I'm glad I wasn't in an accident because the seat belt is worthless. This is a recall item on 2004 Saab's but the recall doesn't reach to my VIN #.
- Las Vegas, NV, USA
The contact owns a 2004 Saab 9-3. the contact stated that the driver's side seat belt webbing failed to retract whenever it was engaged. The contact mentioned that NHTSA recall campaign number 10V043000 (seat belts) was associated with the failure. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for a diagnostic test. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 83,000....updated 03-12-14 the consumer paid for the repairs out of pocket. Updated 03/20/14
- Southbury, CT, USA
I drive a 2004 9-3 arc convertible. I pulled the driver side seatbelt to clip in and the retractor failed to retract. The driver side seat belt is now non-functional as it is completely extended. This is the same problem described in NHTSA recall campaign#10V043000 for Saab 9-3 2004 sedans. The dealership said that it only covers sedans and not convertibles, however this is the exact same problem.
- Apex, NC, USA
The contact owns a 2004 Saab 9-3. the contact stated the driver's side seat belt webbing failed to retract whenever it was engaged. NHTSA recall campaign number 10V043000 (seat belts) was associated with the failure. The manufacturer was notified and stated the VIN was not included in the recall. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.
- Fayetteville, GA, USA
The contact owns a 2004 Saab 9-3. the contact stated whenever engaging the front driver's seat belt the webbing failed to retract. NHTSA recall campaign number 10V043000 (seat belt) was associated with the failure; however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 112,000.
- West Chester, PA, USA
The contact owns a 2004 Saab 9-3. the contact stated the front driver's side seat belt retractor became fractured. There were two recalls under NHTSA campaign number: 10V043000 (seat belts) and NHTSA campaign number: 04V226000 (seat belts) that could have been related to the failure. The manufacturer was contacted and stated the contact's VIN was not included in either recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.
- York, SC, USA
The contact owns a 2004 Saab 9-3. the contact stated that the front driver's side seat belt webbing failed to retract. There were two recalls associated with the failure under NHTSA campaign id numbers 10V043000 (seat belts) and 04V226000 (seat belts) however, the VIN was not included in either recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 119,000.
- South Bend, IN, USA
I got into my car and the drivers side seat belt would not go tight and kept coming out until it is now all the way out. I called Saab usa about a recall I found for 2004 Saab seat belts. I was told that is only for sedans and did not cover my car since it's not a sedan. This makes no sense and of course is very dangerous. I will be following up with the local dealer, Saab usa and NHTSA as this is clearly a major safety issue.
- San Mateo, CA, USA
I was getting out of my driver side seat belt and it unwound all the way out and now will not retract at all. I found on line that there was a recall for this exact thing on my year and make of car but my VIN# seems to not be included. Recall #42582- seat belts: Front retractor. This is a $550 dealer service charge and I can not afford to fix this myself. How could this be" exact problem exact year make and model?"
- Chula Vista, CA, USA
The contact owns a 2004 Saab 9-3. the contact stated that the front driver's side seat belt became detached and would not secure around the contact. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number 10V043000 (seat belts). The failure mileage was 50,000.
- Middle Village , NY, USA
The contact owns a 2004 Saab 9-3. the contact stated that the front driver's side seat belt would not retract. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who stated that there was a recall for the failure under NHTSA campaign number: 10V043000 (seat belts). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.
- Hamden, CT, USA
The contact owns a 2004 Saab 9-3. the contact stated that after entering the vehicle, the driver's side seat belt failed to operate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis but they were unable to duplicate the problem. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.
- Anneover, MA, USA
I got in the car to leave for work and when I put my seat belt on it came completely out and now won't retract. I found out there is a GM recall for this issue but all the GM service centers near me refuse to work on Saab vehicles. The nearest Saab service center I can find is approximately 110 miles from my home and I don't feel safe driving that distance with a malfunctioning seat belt.
- Coeburn, VA, USA
The contact owns a 2004 Saab 9-3 convertible aero. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 mph, the driver's seat belt retractor failed without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was advised that the driver's side retractor needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 10V043000 (seat belts). The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 135,000 and the current mileage was 138,000.
- Los Angeles, CA, USA
I was stopped at a stop sign and when I attempted to adjust my seatbelt there was a popping sound and all the tension in the belt released. It will no longer retract and remains fully extended.
- Fort Collins , CO, USA
- Atlanta, GA, USA