2000 Saab 9-5 vs 2002 Saab 9-5
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2000 Saab 9-5 | 2002 Saab 9-5 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 102 | 53 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 58 | 63 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–21 | 19–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 78,000 mi | 54,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Saab 9-5 | Saab 9-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 53 | 27 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 12 | 8 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 10 | 5 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 14 | 0 |
| Visibility | 5 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel System, Other | 2 | 2 |
| Power Train | 1 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 28 | 12 |
| Check engine light | 13 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 11 | 9 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 7 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 0 |
2000 Saab 9-5
2002 Saab 9-5
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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.