2005 Saab 9-3 vs 2006 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 | 2005 Saab 9-3 | 2006 Saab 9-3 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 95 | 179 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 104 | 146 |
| Investigations | 2 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–23 | 19–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 60,000 mi | 42,989 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Saab 9-3 | Saab 9-3 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 12 | 87 |
| Seat Belts | 22 | 15 |
| Suspension | 29 | 7 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 23 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 13 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 10 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 11 |
| Power Train | 3 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 8 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 8 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 5 |
2005 Saab 9-3
2006 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.