2008 Saab 9-3 problems by component
184 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Saab 9-3, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags → | 71 | 39% | — |
| Engine → | 66 | 36% | 89,000 mi |
| Fuel/propulsion System → | 13 | 7% | 97,000 mi |
| Electrical System → | 11 | 6% | — |
| Power Train → | 10 | 5% | — |
| Seat Belts → | 10 | 5% | — |
| Suspension → | 10 | 5% | 61,250 mi |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 2% | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 2% | — |
| Structure | 3 | 2% | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 1% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 1% | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 1% | — |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 1 | 1% | — |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1% | — |
| Tires | 1 | 1% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.