2010 Saab 9-3 recalls and problems

The 2010 Saab 9-3 has 3 safety recalls and 30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Saab dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2010 Saab 9-3 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2010 Saab 9-3 recalls

Recall 16V-063: Air Bags

Reported Feb 3, 2016 · 113,716 vehicles affected · General Motors LLC

Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 Saab 9-3 vehicles manufactured May 31, 2002, to February 15, 2011, 2006-2009 Saab 9-5 vehicles manufactured June 7, 2005, to May 28, 2009, and 2008-2009 Saturn Astra vehicles manufactured April 11, 2007, to July 24, 2008. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.

Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator on Saab 9-3 and 9-5 vehicles and will replace the driver's frontal airbag module on Saturn Astra vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on March 1, 2017. Owners may contact Saab customer service at 1-800-955-9007 or Saturn customer service at 1-800-553-6000. GM's number for this recall is 28810.

Recall 14V-318: Seat Belts

Reported Jun 12, 2014 · 28,789 vehicles affected · General Motors LLC

Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2011 Saab 9-3 Convertible vehicles manufactured July 30, 2003, to February 15, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the driver's side front seat belt retractor may break, causing the seat belt webbing not to retract.

Risk: In the event of a crash, a seat belt that has not retracted may not properly restrain the seat occupant, increasing their risk of injury.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat belt retractor, free of charge. The recall began on October 6, 2015. Owners may contact Saab customer service at 1-800-955-9007. GM's number for this recall is 14222. Note: Special Coverage 10086 will replace the passenger side seat belt retractor if it fails, free of charge, for the life of the vehicle.

Recall 11V-015: Fuel System, Other

Reported Jan 19, 2011 · 4,400 vehicles affected · SAAB CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: Saab is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 passenger vehicles manufactured from june 2010 through december 2010. Certain fuel pumps installed as original equipment may have internal components with incorrect specifications.

Risk: The subject fuel pumps can seize causing the engine to stall which increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Saab will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. The safety recall began on march 3, 2011. Owners may contact saab at 1-800-955-9007.

2010 Saab 9-3 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Air Bags	22
Fuel System, Other	2
Seat Belts	2
Engine	2
Vehicle Speed Control	1
Electrical System	1
Fuel/Propulsion System	1

Most reported parts

Fuel System, Other › Delivery › Fuel Pump — 1
Electrical System › Ignition — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 50,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2010 Saab 9-3 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Fuel System, Other · at 104,000 miles · reported Jan 17, 2024

The contact owns a 2010 Saab 9-3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 11V015000 (Fuel System, Other) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the fuel gauge failed to accurately provide fuel level in the vehicle. The contact stated that while the tank was a half tank full, the fuel gauge would drop to 0 gallons. The failure occurred intermittently. The check engine warning light was illuminated with a message indicating…

Fuel/Propulsion System · reported Mar 10, 2019

Fuel pump deficiency. When I start the car in the morning to warm up before using it I notice and ear that it stall. After a second it accelerate to a normal RPM. It happens all the time since new (2010). I never received a fuel pump recall notice!

Engine · reported Mar 14, 2018

Had a compression test after weak starting. All 4 cylinders read 100.need valve replacement and understand this is a known problem in 2007-2011 saab 4 cylinder cars. No warranty or recall regarding this use of flawed valves

Seat Belts · reported Dec 5, 2017

The NHTSA announced a recall pertaining to the drivers side seatbelt not retracting. Recall #14v318000. As of 3/10/17, my 2010 saab 9.3 sedan is experiencing the same issue as the recall but, the recall only stipulates the convertible model. My question relates to how did the NHTSA determine it was only that model and not the others? Right now my seatbelt doesn't retract when extended in the normal operating extended position. I feel this is an extreme safety issue which could potentially involve all other 2010 models. Please clarify.

Air Bags · at 52,000 miles · reported Oct 28, 2017

I have called viking saab and registered on their web site months ago to have my airbag replaced as they are the only authorized saab place in houston, texas, to replace it. They have not contacted me. I don't know what else to do. When I called there they told me to register on their web site. I did that and nothing has happened.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2010 Saab 9-3 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2010 Saab 9-3: 16V-063 (air bags), 14V-318 (seat belts), 11V-015 (fuel system, other). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2010 Saab 9-3?

Owners report air bags problems most often (22 reports), followed by fuel system, other (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 50,000 miles.

Are Saab recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Saab dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.