1999 Chevrolet Malibu vs 1999 Saab 9-3
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1999 Chevrolet Malibu | 1999 Saab 9-3 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 789 | 64 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 132 | 55 |
| Investigations | 5 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 44 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–23 | 19–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 66,920 mi | 79,570 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Malibu | Saab 9-3 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 292 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 144 | 22 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 138 | 5 |
| Suspension | 82 | 5 |
| Tires | 75 | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 58 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 40 | 17 |
| Steering | 37 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 87 | 0 |
| Stalling | 39 | 8 |
| Overheating | 28 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 20 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 18 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 16 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 13 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 0 |
1999 Chevrolet Malibu
1999 Saab 9-3
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.