2005 Saab 9-2X Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 7%of 111 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 125,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the engine of the 2005 Saab 9-2X, 7% of the 111 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 125,500 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“This car, while a Saab by name, is made by subaru and is mechanically identical to a 2005 impreza wrx. Subaru recalled 2002- 2003 wrxs for a cold weather fuel leak. The recall number is 01-170-09. This car being two model years newer is not covered however it suffers from the exact same issue. During very cold temperatures like the ones we are experiencing now, (below 20 degrees f) raw fuel leaks from a hose in the engine compartment. This smell floods the cabin and is so bad, windows need to be rolled down. I have contacted subaru for assistance but have yet to receive help.”
NHTSA complaint #10559253, filed 2014-01, 131,000 miles“At below freezing temperatures, the fuel line leaks raw gasoline onto the engine, near the turbocharger, creating a fire risk. The evaporated gasoline is immediately pumped into the passenger cabin creating a health risk. This is a known issue for the subaru wrx and a recall was issued. The 2005 Saab 9-2X is mechanically identical in this regard to the wrx, but no recall was issued. …”
NHTSA complaint #10940181, filed 2017-01, 97,000 miles“During cold weather, fuel lines leak/seep raw fuel into engine compartment. If left untreated, could potentially cause engine fire, leading to injury and death. Please get subaru/Saab to fix asap.”
NHTSA complaint #10561281, filed 2014-01, 87,000 miles“Takata recall. The contact owns a 2005 Saab 9-2X. The contact stated that vehicle was leaking oil. The vehicle was repaired but the details were not available. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 11v464000 (suspension) and 15v323000 (air bags) and stated that the parts needed for the repairs were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacture was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 123,000. Part distribution disconnect. …”
NHTSA complaint #10820089, filed 2016-01, 123,000 miles“Vehicle interior smells heavily of gasoline after sitting outside in freezing temperatures. Fuel smell persists at low speeds and seems to be coming from underhood.”
NHTSA complaint #10558368, filed 2014-01, 140,000 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 10211658May 2, 2022This service bulletin provides policy information on warranty administration guidelines for multiple repairs with independent causes (GM Canada Dealers Only).
- 10082869Aug 29, 2016This informational bulletin provides additional information on how to install pistons and suggest what tools to use.
- 10082822Aug 12, 2016This informational bulletin provides information on how to test a battery and what is needed to warranty a battery.
- 10082814Aug 2, 2016This informational bulletin provides information to gm dealers on the correct cleaning methods when cleaning engine gasket sealing surfaces.
- 10082820Aug 1, 2016This informational bulletins provides information on the intake manifold inspection/replacement after servere internal engine damage.
- 10201098Dec 1, 2015OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Identification
- 10190503Dec 1, 2015OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Identification
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 1 | 10% |
| 2005 | 8 | 7% |
Other parts of the 2005 Saab 9-2X
46 complaintsFuel system
41 complaintsSuspension
17 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsEngine cooling
3 complaintsOther or unknown
3 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsTires
2 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
2 complaintsEquipment
1 complaintsWheels
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 Saab 9-2X
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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