1996 Saab 900 vs 1997 Saab 900
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 | 1996 Saab 900 | 1997 Saab 900 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 48 | 21 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 46 | 43 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–21 | 19–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Saab 900 | Saab 900 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 11 | 2 |
| Power Train | 10 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 2 |
| Equipment | 5 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 1 |
1996 Saab 900
1997 Saab 900
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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.