2007 Saab 9-3 Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 4%of 155 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 75,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the fuel system of the 2007 Saab 9-3, 4% of the 155 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 75,000 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.
“I was driving my gas gage needle went all the way down,& only comes up when I actually start the vehicle. Thanks let me know please who will fix this, if there's a recall I called the dealer where I bought this vehicle and they said there's no recalls at this time hoffman Saab hartford ,ct.”
NHTSA complaint #10575656, filed 2014-03, 52,000 miles“Began having issues starting, and misfires, and finally engine lost compression but still able to start when weather was warm. Nov -dec 2011 no start or hard start in weather below 35f,local service shop said needed new engine, no compression when sat for long periods or exterior temp below 35f approx 94,000 mile. Dec 2011- called Saab but bankrupt so no customer service, reached out to GM corporate regarding warranty and was told not honoring them since bankruptcy. Jan 2012 -2nd opinion by indy Saab focused service center. …”
NHTSA complaint #10561087, filed 2014-01, 90,000 miles“The contact owns a 2007 Saab 9-3. While driving approximately 60 MPH and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle hesitated and the engine warning light illuminated. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician stated that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced the failure listed in NHTSA campaign number: 11e009000(fuel system, gasoline); however, the VIN was not included. …”
NHTSA complaint #10733044, filed 2015-07, 60,000 miles“The contact owns a 2007 Saab 9-3. The contact stated that while driving at unknown speeds, the vehicle suddenly stalled. The vehicle was able to be restarted but the failure recurred several times. The vehicle was driven to the dealer where it was found that the fuel pump had failed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was not available.”
NHTSA complaint #10520898, filed 2013-06Related service bulletins
- 11004727Jun 29, 2024This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 11004761Jun 28, 2024This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or…
- 10241417Aug 1, 2023This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 10222765Sep 14, 2022This service bulletin provides the technician with additional information on fuels, fuel additives and fuel management.
- 10222739Sep 13, 2022This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 10025012Apr 1, 2008Fuel pump/fuel gauge diagnosis/replacement.
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3 | 10% |
| 2009 | 4 | 9% |
| 2008 | 15 | 8% |
| 2007 | 6 | 4% |
| 2006 | 14 | 8% |
| 2005 | 9 | 9% |
| 2004 | 9 | 4% |
| 2003 | 20 | 9% |
| 2002 | 6 | 16% |
| 2001 | 16 | 27% |
| 2000 | 3 | 6% |
| 1999 | 1 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2007 Saab 9-3
65 complaintsSuspension
24 complaintsEngine
18 complaintsBrakes
13 complaintsElectrical system
12 complaintsSeat belts
7 complaintsEngine cooling
6 complaintsSeats
5 complaintsSteering
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2007 Saab 9-3
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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