Model year guide

2005 Saab 9-7X

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 Saab 9-7X is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 4 on record.

2005 Saab 9-7X — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2005 Saab 9-7X at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints25

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2005 Saab 9-7X recalls 2

Visibility:power Window Devices And Controls NHTSA Campaign #14V404000 · 02/07/2014

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 SAAB 9-7x; 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT and GMC Envoy XL; and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier and Isuzu Ascender vehicles. Fluid may enter the driver's door master power window switch module, causing corrosion that could result in a short in the circuit board. A short may cause the power door lock and power window switche…

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the part number on the door module, and install a new door module if necessary, free of charge. Parts for the remedy are not currently available. An interim letter was mailed to owners in August 2014. A second owner letter will be mailed when parts…

Electrical System NHTSA Campaign #13V248000 · 13/06/2013

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 SAAB 9-7x; 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT and GMC Envoy XL; and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier and Isuzu Ascender vehicles. Fluid may enter the driver's door module, causing corrosion that could result in a short in the circuit board. A short may cause the power door lock and power window switches to function intermittently or…

Fix: Owners will be contacted and dealers will test the driver's door module. If the module is functioning properly, a protective coating will be applied. If the module is not functioning properly, it will be replaced. These repairs will be done free of charge. GM will notify Buick, Chevrolet, and GM…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. 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.

2005 Saab 9-7X common problems

Owners have filed 25 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Visibility
Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.
Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

2005 Saab 9-7X trims & engines on record

Trims
Linear · Arc
Engines
4.2L 6-cyl · 5.3L 8-cyl

2005 Saab 9-7X vehicles on record

2005 Saab 9-7X 2005 Saab 9-7X Linear5S3ET13S752800249 2005 Saab 9-7X 2005 Saab 9-7X Arc5S3ET13M952800349 2005 Saab 9-7X 2005 Saab 9-7X Linear5S3ET13S252800367 2005 Saab 9-7X 2005 Saab 9-7X Linear5S3ET13S652800453

Other Saab 9-7X model years

2009 2008 2007 2006

2005 Saab 9-7X — frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Saab 9-7X have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2005 Saab 9-7X. 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 2005 Saab 9-7X?

Owners have filed 25 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, exterior lighting, suspension.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.