2000 Saab 9-5 service brakes, hydraulic problems
14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the service brakes, hydraulic on the 2000 Saab 9-5 — 14% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“I own a 2000 saab 9-5 aero sedan. On june 14, 2007, I was driving this car when I experienced total loss of the braking system. This loss occurred completely without warning. The only way to stop the car was by engaging the emergency brake. Subsequent examination by a mechanic determined that the…”
filed Jul 18, 2007
“While driving in the 2000 9-5 the dashboard lit up like a christmas tree ; abs, tcs, brakes, etc.. Brought the vehicle to the dealer, and was advised that I needed a new abs controller . The cost to replace it was $2,700. I asked if they could install a rebuild or an aftermarket part ,and they…”
filed Jun 28, 2007
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems in other 9-5 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 9-5 | 1 | 4% |
| 2001 9-5 | 1 | 1% |
| 1999 9-5 | 7 | 6% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2000 Saab 9-5
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.