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2010 Honda Accord vs 2010 Saab 9-3

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.

Metric2010 Honda Accord2010 Saab 9-3
NHTSA complaints57930
Recall campaigns123
Service bulletins (TSBs)111232
Investigations11
Crash reports370
Fire reports60
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)20–2521–24
Median reported mileage44,848 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentHonda AccordSaab 9-3
Air Bags13422
Engine1162
Service Brakes, Hydraulic630
Service Brakes590
Power Train440
Seats410
Electrical System341
Structure240

Symptoms owners describe

Oil consumption440
Stalling340
Check engine light290
Vibration / shaking190
Clunking / rattling160
Misfire / rough idle140
Rust / corrosion80
Brake problems70

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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.