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2009 Saab 9-3 repairs by problem area
Engine (39%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (2%)
Brakes and Traction Control (5%)
Suspension and Steering (20%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)
Other (9%)
Chart based on 56 repairs.
2009 Saab 9-3 repair cost distribution
$2500+ (8%)
$1000 - $2499 (22%)
$500 - $999 (6%)
$100 - $499 (34%)
< $100 (30%)
Chart based on 50 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2009 Saab 9-3 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 280hp 2.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Saab 9-3 in Massachusetts, United States Jul 2017 - Jan 2018 | |||
| Mar 201776000 miUS $3400 | car running rough, smoke billowing from under hood. Two different problems, coolant tank hose had burst, also, coil had failed, but replacing one coil only made another coil go, had to replace them all before car ran normally. | ||
| Nov 201782000 miUS $100 | right front xenon bulb assembly, only high beam was working. Purchased two bulbs only (no ballast) and found video on youtube for removing bulbs from both headlights, put in new bulbs, worked beautifully. | ||
2009 Saab 9-3 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 280hp 2.8L V6 6-speed manual AWD
| Saab 9-3 in Alberta, Canada Jun 2011 - Dec 2015 | |||
| Aug 201122940 mi | coil pack replacement, had check engine light and misfires Washer fluid hose leaking under hood, washer fluid nozzle leaking | ||
| Jul 201340300 miC $350 | P0306 Cylinder 6 misfire, rough idle replace coil pack on cyl. 6 again...due to rough idle and misfire causing check engine light. Previously replaced with same crap Delco part at dealer. Used Bosch part, seems to hsve solved issue. replace coil pack on cyl. 6 again...due to rough idle and misfire causing check engine light. Previously replaced with same crap Delco part at dealer. Used Bosch part, seems to hsve solved issue. | ||
| Apr 201447120 miC $100 | Still trying to track down the misfire. | ||
| Sep 201450840 miC $600 | Hesitation & misfires at WOT, coil pack faulty on cylinder 5. Replaced all 3 rear packs while it was apart. | ||
| Mar 201555180 mi | Another Bad coil pack on cyl. 6, closest to the turbo. The turbo heat cooks this coil every 6 months. | ||
| Dec 201557660 mi | Oil seepage from cold side of turbo charger, repeated check engine light for P0089, suction control valve stuck. | ||
2009 Saab 9-3 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Saab 9-3 in Norway May 2014 - Feb 2018 | |||
| Sep 201413640 mi$152 | High mounted rear brake light, crack centered at the washer fluid nozzle. P/N 12825344. | ||
| Nov 201414260 mi$459 | "Bonk" noise, front, right, when turning the steering wheel at standstill, or low speed. Ball bearing P/N 13 270 705 replaced, both sides. | ||
| Jul 201515180 mi$1700 | A/C compressor did not start. Low on coolant medium, refilled 365 g. | ||
| May 201717980 mi$4232 | AC compressor disd not start due to low coolant medium/leak. Replaced 3 gaskets/o-rings and refilled medium and oil. | ||
| Aug 201719430 mi$18000 | Both rear shock absobers leaking, replaced. OEM P/N 12848627. A/C system still leaking, replaced two valves and recharged. OEM P/N 3041827 and 13122149 | ||
2009 Saab 9-3 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD
| Saab 9-3 in Massachusetts, United States Jun 2010 - Jul 2019 | |||
| Mar 20102500 mi | alignment | ||
| Jan 20118000 mi | replaced power steering hose | ||
| Dec 201343000 mi | Exhaust rattle from catalytic converter mechanic found loose tie rod end cold air coming in from outside | ||
| Jun 201453000 mi | Needed all 8 intake valves replaced due to defective valves | ||
| Oct 201669000 miUS $300 | Leaking shocks | ||
| Jun 201776000 miUS $300 | Replaced all 4 coils | ||
| Mar 201884900 miUS $60 | Left rear bearing | ||
2009 Saab 9-3 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Saab 9-3 in Ontario, Canada Jun 2013 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Nov 201580600 mi | Rear right top strut mount had crack.replaced both left and right mounts. | ||
2009 Saab 9-3 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 280hp 2.8L V6 6-speed manual AWD
| Saab 9-3 in Virginia, United States Jun 2013 - Aug 2015 | |||
| Mar 201464000 miUS $30 | Leaking TPMS valve on one wheel. | ||
| Nov 201466600 miUS $1000 | Rear Differential displayed a service light. Diff was taken apart and reassembled with new seals and gaskets and all fluids and filters replaced. Any disconnection in power to instrument cluster caused tachometer needle to reset to readings other than zero. Was finally reading 3500 rpm with the engine stopped. Speedometer was also inaccurate, reading ~10mph too low. | ||
| Jun 201571000 miUS $1200 | CEL indicated issue with fuel system. Diagnosed as an impending failure in the fuel pump, which was replaced. | ||
2009 Saab 9-3 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Saab 9-3 in Minnesota, United States Feb 2016 - Feb 2017 | |||
| Oct 201655500 miUS $2100 | 4 of the valves were bent, not sure exhaust or intake, needed to put in new valves and have everything machined for fit and tolerances | ||
| Dec 201658000 miUS $1426 | Needed new front springs, were broken so replaced struts at the same time to avoid duplication of future labor. | ||
| Saab 9-3 in New Hampshire, United States Jul 2016 - Sep 2016 | |||
| Aug 201667000 miUS $1000 | Rear shock leak and failure | ||
2009 Saab 9-3 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Saab 9-3 in Ontario, Canada Sep 2013 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Oct 201427900 miC $100 | Replaced links | ||
| Jul 201636360 miC $150 | Rear left/ driver window regulator cable jamed | ||
| Jun 201740920 mi | Ball fell off from shift stick. Not fixed yet | ||
| Saab 9-3 in Pennsylvania, United States Apr 2015 - Dec 2017 | |||
| Sep 2017106000 miUS $1200 | Timing chain guide broke and got into the sump damaging the crank reluctor ring. | ||
2009 Saab 9-3 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD
| Saab 9-3 in British Columbia, Canada Jul 2017 - Jul 2018 | |||
| Jun 201741540 miC $2000 | Fuel pump failure | ||
| Saab 9-3 in Alberta, Canada Jun 2013 - Apr 2016 | |||
| Feb 201452240 miC $1100 | Date: 04/04/2013 To: All Saab Service Bulletin Nbr: TA248-1108 Date: March 2011 | ||
| Aug 201457840 miC $1400 | Rear shocks were leaking - self leveling units had to order parts from Sweden due to back order in North America | ||
2009 Saab 9-3 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Saab 9-3 in Massachusetts, United States Sep 2013 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Apr 201793000 miUS $600 | Corroded hood latch in 2015 caused hood to not latch after fluid change. Hood flew up and folded back. Finally got his repaired along with cosmetic repairs to driver side molding and front bumper | ||
| Saab 9-3 in Oklahoma, United States Jun 2013 - Nov 2015 | |||
| Oct 201367000 mi | car making rubbing sound when braking. thought might have been the brake pads, but not. dealer added lubricant to corroded calipers. car still making sound, but have been advised not an issue. should resolve when pads/parts replaced. | ||
| Jul 201475300 miUS $105 | New brakes from April had failed due to faulty parts or faulty installation. Caused issues with ride quality and brake line. | ||
| Saab 9-3 in California, United States Jun 2011 - Jan 2022 | |||
| Nov 201111598 mi | Repaired poor wiring in failed right rear tail light. | ||
| Feb 201426200 miUS $385 | Broken part to raise and lower the rear driver side window. | ||
| Dec 201433000 miUS $150 | Oil leak | ||
| Sep 201537000 miUS $20 | Burned out harness connecting the passenger side headlight. Direct connection made by the mechanic. | ||
| Feb 2017116000 miUS $20 | Reattached loose vacuum hose Burned out headlight | ||
| May 201751000 miUS $300 | Airbag sensor and seat belt sensor stopped working. Mechanic unable to fix it. | ||
2009 Saab 9-3 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 280hp 2.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Saab 9-3 in Ohio, United States Dec 2013 - Oct 2017 | |||
| Feb 201425900 miUS $3000 | Burned valve....While GM owned Saab they eliminated 6 year, 100,000 mile drivetrain warranty on 2009 cars and newer....called and they refused coverage even though very low miles. I've had other "issues" with GM and will not buy their cars. | ||
| May 201535100 miUS $300 | One of the spark plugs was bad and was replaced with new one. | ||
2009 Saab 9-3 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Saab 9-3 in New York, United States Jun 2013 - Jul 2018 | |||
| Jun 201537000 miUS $100 | Error message regarding ignition on information center. Diagnosed as faulty body module which was reset. Worked for a while but messages returned since. | ||
| Mar 201642000 miUS $600 | ignition switch replacement | ||
| Jul 201855000 miUS $2000 | Drivers side window motor replaced. | ||
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