Recall 04V226000: 2003–2004 Saab 9-3

Report received

May 11, 2004

Manufacturer

Saab cars usa, inc.

Potentially affected

31,335vehicles

Model years

2003–2004

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Some sport sedans were built with seat belt retractors that were damaged during the manufacturing process. If damaged, over time, the automatic tensioning system (ats) cable in the seat belt retractor could break causing the belt webbing to not retract.

Possible consequence

In the event of a crash, a front seat occupant may receive more severe injuries.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the seat belt retractor assemblies. The recall began on january 24, 2005. Owners should contact saab at 1-800-955-9007.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2003 Saab 9-3212 complaints
• 2004 Saab 9-3207 complaints