2003 Saab 9-3 vs 2005 Saab 9-3
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 | 2003 Saab 9-3 | 2005 Saab 9-3 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 212 | 95 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 92 | 103 |
| Investigations | 4 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–23 | 22–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 52,683 mi | 60,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Saab 9-3 | Saab 9-3 |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 42 | 29 |
| Electrical System | 46 | 9 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 32 | 4 |
| Power Train | 32 | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 12 | 22 |
| Air Bags | 15 | 12 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 16 | 4 |
| Steering | 18 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 43 | 8 |
| Loss of power | 10 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 9 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 8 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 0 |
2003 Saab 9-3
2005 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.