How many recalls does the 2000 Saab 9-3 Convertible have?

The 2000 Saab 9-3 Convertible has 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign on record.

How do I check if my 2000 Saab 9-3 Convertible has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's official recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see open, unrepaired recalls for your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free.

What do owners complain about most on the 2000 Saab 9-3 Convertible?

Of 16 NHTSA complaints on file, the most-reported component is air bags.

2000 Saab 9-3 Convertible Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2000 Saab 9-3 Convertible has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 94,377 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the air bags. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 07V087000 2007-03-07 94,377 affected

Defect

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL PUMP RETAINING TABS HOLDING THE FUEL LINES WERE DAMAGED DURING PRODUCTION.

Consequence

OVER TIME, THIS COULD CAUSE THE FUEL LINES TO LOOSEN FROM THE PUMP RESULTING IN FUEL LEAKAGE. IF AN IGNITION SOURCE WERE PRESENT, THE FUEL MAY IGNITE RESULTING IN A VEHICLE FIRE.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL DEVELOP A SECURING BRACKET THAT WILL SECURE THE FUEL LINES TO THE FUEL PUMP EVEN IF THE PLASTIC RETAINING TABS SHOULD BREAK. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 13, 2007. THIS IS AN EXPANSION OF PREVIOUS RECALL CAMPAIGNS - SEE 04V557 AND 06V126. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007.

Complaints by component

AIR BAGS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

SEAT BELTS

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

INTERIOR LIGHTING

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Total complaints16

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“Driving along, maybe 20-30 mph and driver side airbag deploys for no reason (side, not steering wheel airbag). . No crash, no impact, just driving straight and, boom! My left ear is ringing and my left arm is probably bruised. *tr”

AIR BAGS · reported 2020-05-08

“Takata recall: I received a recall notice in march 2016. The saab customer assistance center continues to tell me the airbag replacement is not available and "I should not worry because there have been no accidents with saab vehicles." however, I own other vehicles with the same recall, and those…”

AIR BAGS · reported 2016-03-31

“While driving my car I had to push on the brakes fairly hard. The seat belt retracted and then stayed retracted. I have been looking for a proper replacement for the drivers side seat belt and have yet to find one for less than $200.00 for a used one and over $300.00 for a refurbished one. Gm just…”

SEAT BELTS · reported 2013-10-01

“Tl* the contact owns a 2000 saab 9-3 convertible. The contact stated that the driver's side seat belt would not retract and became tight around the contact. As a result, the contact began choking from the pressure of the seat belt becoming tighter. The contact spoke to the manufacturer and was…”

SEAT BELTS · reported 2013-01-27

“I have a 2000 saab 9-3 convertible. I was cleaning the vehicle and had the driver door open. I saw smoke coming from the area between the front passenger seat and the right door. I opened the right door to find the light fixture in the right quarter panel had fallen out and was burning the seat…”

STRUCTURE · reported 2010-11-12

“I have a 2000 saab 9-3 convertible. I was cleaning the vehicle and had the driver door open. I saw smoke coming from the area between the front passenger seat and the right door. I opened the right door to find the light fixture in the right quarter panel had fallen out and was burning the seat…”

INTERIOR LIGHTING · reported 2010-11-12

“My car was damaged on the way to wk because I hit a pot hole on new construction. Who would I talk to about this. I almost had a blow out & it was in heavy traffic. The new tarred road has a deep hole & it's a matter of time before someone gets hurt. *tr”

TIRES · reported 2009-03-09

“Engine blew do to excessive carbon build up, saab has been aware of this problem since 1999 and offered a extended warranty to original buyers till 8 years and unlimited mileage. To fix, engine has to be replaced. Car only has 100,000 miles. The oil portholes that squirt into the pistons are…”

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE · reported 2009-02-16