2006 Saab 9-3 vs 2008 Saab 9-3
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Saab 9-3 | 2008 Saab 9-3 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 179 | 184 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 146 | 183 |
| Investigations | 4 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 11 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–23 | 18–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 42,989 mi | 77,545 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Saab 9-3 | Saab 9-3 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 87 | 71 |
| Engine | 5 | 66 |
| Seat Belts | 15 | 10 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 23 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 11 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 10 | 13 |
| Power Train | 7 | 10 |
| Suspension | 7 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 20 |
| Brake problems | 8 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 14 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 21 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 10 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 6 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 5 |
2006 Saab 9-3
2008 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.