2008 Saab 9-3
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2008 Saab 9-3 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 38 on record.
2008 Saab 9-3 at a glance
Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2008 Saab 9-3 recalls 3
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 Saab 9-3 vehicles manufactured May 31, 2002, to February 15, 2011, 2006-2009 Saab 9-5 vehicles manufactured June 7, 2005, to May 28, 2009, and 2008-2009 Saturn Astra vehicles manufactured April 11, 2007, to July 24, 2008. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator on Saab 9-3 and 9-5 vehicles and will replace the driver's frontal airbag module on Saturn Astra vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on March 1, 2017. Owners may contact Saab customer service at 1-800-95…
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2011 Saab 9-3 Convertible vehicles manufactured July 30, 2003, to February 15, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the driver's side front seat belt retractor may break, causing the seat belt webbing not to retract.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat belt retractor, free of charge. The recall began on October 6, 2015. Owners may contact Saab customer service at 1-800-955-9007. GM's number for this recall is 14222. Note: Special Coverage 10086 will replace the passenger side s…
TI AUTOMOTIVE IS RECALLING CERTAIN FUEL PUMPS, PART NUMBERS TU456 AND TU303, SOLD UNDER VARIOUS BRAND NAMES AS AFTERMARKET AND REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE MOTOR VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMP MAY SEIZE, STOPPING THE FUEL FLOW TO THE ENGINE CREATING A STALLING CONDITION.
Fix: TI AUTOMOTIVE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND WILL REPLACE ANY DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMP WITH A NEW OR REWORKED FUEL PUMP FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 22, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TI AUTOMOTIVE AT 1-866-867-3759 OR LOG ON TO WWW.RECALLRESPONSE.COM.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 5 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2008 Saab 9-3 common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 184 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2008 Saab 9-3 safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2008 Saab 9-3 4-DR w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
What's a 2008 Saab 9-3 worth?
2008 Saab 9-3 trims & engines on record
2008 Saab 9-3 vehicles on record
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2008 Saab 9-3 — frequently asked questions
Does the 2008 Saab 9-3 have any safety recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2008 Saab 9-3. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Saab 9-3?
Across all 184 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, engine, fuel/propulsion system.
What is the 2008 Saab 9-3 safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2008 Saab 9-3 crash-test ratings of frontal 4★, side 5★, rollover 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).
How much is a 2008 Saab 9-3 worth?
Comparable 2008 Saab 9-3 listings run roughly $3,000–$9,200, typically around $5,989 (from 38 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.