1996 Saab 900 Recalls
Auto manufacturers have been issuing more and more recalls over the past
few years. The regularity of recall notices may be a sign that the 1996
Saab 900 is or is not as reliable as similar vehicles.
Find out below how many recall notices have
been issued for the 1996 Saab 900 and research any
that exist. Each official NHTSA 1996 Saab 900
recall report, includes details of the problematic component, units affected,
solutions and more.
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| MSRP Range: | $24,695 | Show Me Dealer Pricing |
| Fuel Economy: | 20 city / 29 hwy mpg |
| Transmissions: | 0 Speed Automatic; 5 Speed Manual |
| Drivetrains: | Front Wheel Drive |
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1996 900 Recalls
MAR 21, 1997 | Recall ID#
63661
CORROSION AROUND THE ZINC-COATED THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER BUSHING CAN CAUSE THE THROTTLE LEVER TO BIND. More Details
MAR 21, 1997 |
900
| Recall ID#
63661
| Component: |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
| Recall Date: |
MAR 21, 1997 |
| Model Affected: |
900 |
| Potential Units Affected: |
52500 |
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Summary:
CORROSION AROUND THE ZINC-COATED THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER BUSHING CAN CAUSE THE THROTTLE LEVER TO BIND.
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Consequence:
THIS BINDING CAN RESULT IN THE THROTTLE PLATE NOT RETURNING TO THE CLOSED POSITION WHEN THE THROTTLE PEDAL IS RELEASED AND A SUBSEQUENT LOSS OF THROTTLE CONTROL.
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Remedy:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ZINC-COATED THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER BUSHING WITH A NICKEL-COATED BUSHING AND BOLT.
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Notes:
SAAB CARS USA, INC.
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MAY 03, 1996 | Recall ID#
53847
DURING STATIC TESTING OF BELT ANCHORAGE POINTS, THE OUTBOARD ATTACHMENT PLATE BEING USED IN THE TESTING DEFORMED AND DETACHED FROM THE SEAT... More Details
MAY 03, 1996 |
900
| Recall ID#
53847
| Component: |
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE |
| Recall Date: |
MAY 03, 1996 |
| Model Affected: |
900 |
| Potential Units Affected: |
1058 |
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Summary:
DURING STATIC TESTING OF BELT ANCHORAGE POINTS, THE OUTBOARD ATTACHMENT PLATE BEING USED IN THE TESTING DEFORMED AND DETACHED FROM THE SEAT...
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Consequence:
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: THE BELT MAY NOT LATCH PROPERLY INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO AN OCCUPANT SHOULD A VEHICLE CRASH OCCUR.
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Remedy:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SAFETY BELT ASSEMBLIES FOR THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE. ANY ASSEMBLY WITH DATE YEAR 96 WEEK 10 DAY 2 WILL BE REPLACED.
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Notes:
SAAB CARS USA, INC.
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FEB 24, 1998 | Recall ID#
53442
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPERLY AIMING THE HEADLIGHTING SYSTEM WERE OMITTED. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE... More Details
FEB 24, 1998 |
900
| Recall ID#
53442
| Component: |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS |
| Recall Date: |
FEB 24, 1998 |
| Model Affected: |
900 |
| Potential Units Affected: |
92505 |
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Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPERLY AIMING THE HEADLIGHTING SYSTEM WERE OMITTED. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE...
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Consequence:
IF THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES ARE REPLACED, CUSTOMERS MAY NOT BE ABLE TO PROPERLY AIM THE HEADLIGHTS.
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Remedy:
OWNERS WILL BE SENT AIMING INSTRUCTIONS, AND DIRECTIONS FOR AFFIXING THESE INSERTS TO THE OWNER GUIDES. IF AN OWNER SO DESIRES, A DEALER CAN AFFIX THE INSERTS IN THEIR OWNER GUIDE FOR THEM.
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Notes:
SAAB CARS USA, INC.
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