2008 Honda Accord 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 | 2008 Honda Accord | 2008 Saab 9-3 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,520 | 184 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 109 | 183 |
| Investigations | 3 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 62 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 13 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–25 | 18–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 29,000 mi | 77,545 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Accord | Saab 9-3 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 451 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 379 | 71 |
| Engine | 210 | 66 |
| Exterior Lighting | 113 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 104 | 11 |
| Power Train | 70 | 10 |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 58 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 56 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Clunking / rattling | 66 | 0 |
| Oil consumption | 62 | 0 |
| Stalling | 50 | 20 |
| Vibration / shaking | 50 | 6 |
| Brake problems | 38 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 32 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 27 | 14 |
| Rust / corrosion | 16 | 5 |
2008 Honda Accord
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.