1999 SAAB 9-3 Recalls (3)

Campaign:
98V139000 on 06/29/1998
Component:
Equipment:other:labels
Manufactured:
01/21/1998 - 06/09/1998
Affected:
39,313
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the air bag alert label on the driver side visor was omitted. this does not conform to the requirements of fmvss no. 208, "occupant crash protection."
Consequence:
The vehicle occupant may not properly understand the operation of the air bag system and the need to use seat belts.
Correction:
Owners will be provided with an alert label to be installed on the visible side of the driver's sun visor. if an owner so desires, their dealer can install the label for them.
Notes:
Owner notificationbegan september 1,1998.owners who do not receive the free alert label with installation instructions within a reasonble time should contact saab at 1-800-955-9007.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
99V246000 on 09/22/1999
Component:
Seats
Manufactured:
03/03/1998 - 10/16/1998
Affected:
5,132
Defect:
Vehicle description: passsenger vehicles. failures of the "easy entry" cable in the front driver or passenger manual seats can cause the seat fore/aft adjustable mechanism to be unlocked.
Consequence:
Since the anchor points for the lap portion of the front safety belts are attached to the seat assembly, release of the fore/aft locking mechanism reduces the restraint capability of the safety belts in a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will install a new cable and spring assembly.
Notes:
Saab recall no. 710. owner notification began october 15, 1999. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact saab at 1-770-279-0100.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
99V362000 on 01/09/2000
Component:
Equipment:other:labels
Manufactured:
12/14/1998 - 07/15/1999
Affected:
424
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the brake reservoir label was omitted. this does not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 135, "passenger car brake systems."
Consequence:
Without this label, someone may use the incorrect specification brake fluid, get dirt into the reservoir, or allow moisture into the brake fluid, resulting in less effective braking and possibly a crash.
Correction:
Owners will be mailed labels and installation instructions.
Notes:
Saab recall no. 718.owner notification began january 30, 2000.owners who do not receive the free label and installation instructions within a reasonable time should contact saab at 1-800-955-9007.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

1999 SAAB 9-3 TSBs (48)

Bulletin:
340
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Additional information on verifying key operation. *yc
Bulletin:
814
Component:
162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
Summary:
Information on replacing broken tonneau drive safety pin. *yc
Bulletin:
641
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Complaints regarding noisy or hard to operate telescopic steering action. *yc
Bulletin:
870
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Addressing customer complaints with acc panel display. *yc
Bulletin:
440
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Remanufactured aisin aw transmission, no reverse and / or erratic shifts. *yc
Bulletin:
8112048
Component:
162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
Summary:
Convertibles within vin x7000001 - x7001960 should have replacement of soft top cover drive mechanism shear / safety pin. *yc
Bulletin:
8112049
Component:
138000 visibility:defroster/defogger system
Summary:
Information on replacing tie straps on rear window defroster wiring on vehicles ranging from x7000001 - x7020941. *yc
Bulletin:
3832046
Component:
012200 steering:column locking:anti-theft device
Summary:
Replacing anti - theft system siren for models within vin x2000001 - x2004200 and models within vin x7000001 - x7001033. *yc
Bulletin:
3719008ED2
Component:
120000 exterior lighting
Summary:
Information on deleting daytime running lights at customer' request. *yc
Bulletin:
367
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Addressing questions regarding radio frequencies. *yc
Bulletin:
731
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Diagnosing noise from front suspension on vehicles within vin x2000001 - x2020139 and vin x7000001 - x7020086. *yc
Bulletin:
371
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Experiencing no sound from accessory cd changer after installation. *yc
Bulletin:
3632027
Component:
132000 visibility:glass, side/rear
Summary:
Concerns with nuts on rear window and windshield wiper arms come loose. *yc
Bulletin:
161
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Customer complaint of noise / squeak from rear of vehicle. *tt
Bulletin:
200
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Incorrect engine bearing cap torque specifications. *tt
Bulletin:
041498
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
E-mail information on product news and 1999 warranty & service record booklets. *tt
Bulletin:
98365
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Brief voice mail message regarding port and dealer campaign. *tt
Bulletin:
3719008ED2
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Information on deleting daytime running lights at customer' request. *tt
Bulletin:
3832046
Component:
012200 steering:column locking:anti-theft device
Summary:
Subject on replacing the anti-theft system siren. *tt
Bulletin:
8112155
Component:
162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
Summary:
Convertibles within vin interval x7023727 - x7050589 may exhibit air in the hydraulic system. *tt
Bulletin:
644
Component:
015000 steering:hydraulic power assist system
Summary:
Information addressing complaints of excessive noise, low power assist, leakage, or overheating of the power steering system. *tt
Bulletin:
3672065
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Customers may address concerns about interference or poor radio reception when listening to am stations. *tt
Bulletin:
362
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Customer may complain of the horn sounding on its own or the steering wheel radio controls operating intermittently. *tt
Bulletin:
811
Component:
162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
Summary:
Customers may complain that top stops moving during 5th bow movement. *mjs
Bulletin:
5222043
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Information regarding proper brake fluid cap fit. *tt
Bulletin:
100
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Subject regarding a voluntary safety-related recall campaign affecting early convertible and 3-door cars with manually adjustable front seats. *tt
Bulletin:
8112160
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Some customers may complan that the soft top cover does not open or first bow hits soft top cover. *tt
Bulletin:
8112187
Component:
162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
Summary:
On certain convertibles m99 up to and including vin x7050382 it has been noted that the plastic holder for the headlining to the third bow comes undone and the headlining sags. *tt
Bulletin:
4322037
Component:
101000 power train:clutch assembly
Summary:
Customer satisfaction campaign 473 regarding replacement of shift lock solenoid on vehciles within vin serial no. ranges x2000001 - x2023753 or x7000001 - x7020971. *tt
Bulletin:
8112091
Component:
162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
Summary:
Some convertible vehicles up to and including vin x7024103 may experience a rattling noise from inside the first bow and latch handle difficult to operate. *tt
Bulletin:
381
Component:
114200 electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash
Summary:
Subject regarding the spare parts programming of miu. *tt
Bulletin:
8432066
Component:
138200 visibility:defroster/defogger system:rear window
Summary:
Some vehicles within vin range x7020001 - x7020941 may exhibit a cable tie used to secure the connection to the electrically heated rear window can be mounted in such a way as to chafe against the headlining. *tt
Bulletin:
8112119
Component:
151100 seat belts:front:anchorage
Summary:
Some convertibles within certain vin ranges may exhibit a twisted seat belt(s) in the strap guide. *tt
Bulletin:
6442196ED2
Component:
015000 steering:hydraulic power assist system
Summary:
Subject regarding updated campaign instructions for customer satisfication campaign 482 on noise from power steering system. the check valve mounted inside the power steering banjo bolt may loosen and create power steering noise. other
Bulletin:
6442196
Component:
015000 steering:hydraulic power assist system
Summary:
Customer satisfaction campaign 482 regarding noise from power steering system. the check valve mounted inside the power steering banjo bolt may loosen and create power steering noise. other possible symptoms are high fluid level in the
Bulletin:
2912217ED3
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles within certain vin ranges may exhibit a sticking check valve for the crankcase ventilation, pressurizing the crankcase, and forcing engine oil into the combustion chamber and / or the flow of coolant through the turbo unit may
Bulletin:
2482245
Component:
063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
Summary:
On certain cars within vin ranges x7020001 - x7063257, the rear oxygen sensor cable may be lying too close to the intermediate shaft, which means that the cable sheathing and insulation can be damaged. *tt
Bulletin:
811
Component:
162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
Summary:
Information on replacing shear pins and locking pins on certain convertibles. *tt
Bulletin:
2482261
Component:
116200 electrical system:ignition:module
Summary:
Subject regarding campaign instructions for recall 724 on replacing the engine control module (ecm). *tt
Bulletin:
471
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Subject regarding new update kit for manual transmissions. *tt
Bulletin:
211
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
To address an external oil or coolant leak from the cylinder head gasket when no engine overheating or other running complaints have occurred. *tt
Bulletin:
8112295
Component:
162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
Summary:
Some convertible models up to and including vin 17004113 may exhibit a soft top that may stop halfway during closing or opening and the sid unit shows a check soft top message. *tt
Bulletin:
8452282
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
On some viggen models from m99 to m01 vin 17016680, the outer brackets of the rear spoiler can warp, causing the spoiler to vibrate and rattle. *tt
Bulletin:
381
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Subject regarding customer complaints of test brake lights message deleted from sid replacement units. *tt
Bulletin:
632
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Addressing customer complaints of popping noise from front suspension. *tt
Bulletin:
2912494
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Reduced performance and diagnostic trouble codes for the turbo control valve. *eh
Bulletin:
2102554
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Noise from the timing chain and oil sludge in the engine. *kb
Bulletin:
16NA260
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to reprogram the media disc player with the latest calibrations to correct a condition of the rear entertainment system not operating as intended in colder ambient temperature areas due to calibr

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