Recall 83V068000: 1979–1980 Saab 900

Report received

Jul 14, 1983

Manufacturer

Saab cars usa, inc.

Potentially affected

12,096vehicles

Model years

1979–1980

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

A problem relating to the front exhaust pipe bracket attachment could cause leaking of transmission oil. Transmission could lock up due to lack of proper oil lubrication.

Remedy

Dealer will replace the existing exhaust pipe bracket with one that attaches to the side of the transmission. The rear differential cover gasket will also be replaced, using screws instead of studs.

Affected model years

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

• 1979 Saab 9002 complaints
• 1980 Saab 9000 complaints