Recall 85V036000: 1984 Saab 900
- Report received
- Apr 2, 1985
- Manufacturer
- Saab cars usa, inc.
- Potentially affected
- 11,659vehicles
- Model years
- 1984
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
The electrical cable between the starter and the alternator can rub against the brake fluid pipe attached to the left inner wheelhouse in the engine compartment. Consequence of defect: rubbing will eventually damage the cable insulation and result in a short circuit which may cause a fire.
Remedy
The cable connection at the alternator will be adjusted and the cable repositioned to eliminate rubbing.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1984 Saab 9002 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.