Model year guide

2006 Saab 9-7X

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2006 Saab 9-7X is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 18 on record.

2006 Saab 9-7X — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2006 Saab 9-7X at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints59
Typical price$3,644

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2006 Saab 9-7X recalls 4

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…

Exterior Lighting:headlights NHTSA Campaign #15V519000 · 14/08/2015

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, 2006-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2007 Buick Rainier, Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT, GMC Envoy XL, 2006-2008 Isuzu Ascender, and Saab 9-7x vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the headlamp driver module (HDM) may overheat and fail, causing the headlamps and daytime running lights to not illuminate.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the HDM, free of charge. The recall began on May 17, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737. GM's number for this recall is 14291.

Electrical System NHTSA Campaign #12V406000 · 16/08/2012

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT and GMC Envoy XL and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier, SAAB 9-7x, and Isuzu Ascender vehicles, originally sold or currently registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode…

Fix: Parts for this recall are expected to available in March 2013. GM will notify Buick, Chevrolet, and GMC owners when parts are available. Buick owners may contact the owner center at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet owners at 1-866-694-6546, and GMC owners at 1-866-996-9463. Isuzu owners will be notifie…

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.

2006 Saab 9-7X common problems

Owners have filed 59 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.
Electronic Stability Control (esc)
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Visibility
Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

2006 Saab 9-7X safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2006 Saab 9-7X 4-DR w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

What's a 2006 Saab 9-7X worth?

Low
$1,800
Typical price
$3,644
High
$5,000

From 18 comparable 2006 Saab 9-7X listings.

2006 Saab 9-7X trims & engines on record

Trims
5.3i · 4.2i
Engines
5.3L 8-cyl · 4.2L 6-cyl

2006 Saab 9-7X vehicles on record

2006 Saab 9-7X 2006 Saab 9-7X 5.3i5S3ET13M462800373 2006 Saab 9-7X 2006 Saab 9-7X 5.3i5S3ET13M062806221 2006 Saab 9-7X 2006 Saab 9-7X 5.3i5S3ET13M862804328 2006 Saab 9-7X 2006 Saab 9-7X 5.3i5S3ET13M662806353 2006 Saab 9-7X 2006 Saab 9-7X 5.3i5S3ET13M662801654 2006 Saab 9-7X 2006 Saab 9-7X 5.3i5S3ET13M362805788 2006 Saab 9-7X 2006 Saab 9-7X 5.3i5S3ET13M262800615 2006 Saab 9-7X 2006 Saab 9-7X 5.3i5S3ET13MX62805609 2006 Saab 9-7X 2006 Saab 9-7X 5.3i5S3ET13MX62802886 2006 Saab 9-7X 2006 Saab 9-7X 4.2i5S3ET13S862805543 2006 Saab 9-7X 2006 Saab 9-7X 5.3i5S3ET13M062801049 2006 Saab 9-7X 2006 Saab 9-7X 4.2i5S3ET13SX62803759 2006 Saab 9-7X 2006 Saab 9-7X 4.2i5S3ET13S662800745 2006 Saab 9-7X 2006 Saab 9-7X 5.3i5S3ET13M762804434 2006 Saab 9-7X 2006 Saab 9-7X 5.3i5S3ET13M262801277 2006 Saab 9-7X 2006 Saab 9-7X 4.2i5S3ET13S062806444 2006 Saab 9-7X 4.2i5S3ET13S962804224 2006 Saab 9-7X 2006 Saab 9-7X 4.2i5S3ET13S862802237

Other Saab 9-7X model years

2009 2008 2007 2005

2006 Saab 9-7X — frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Saab 9-7X have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2006 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 2006 Saab 9-7X?

Owners have filed 59 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, exterior lighting, electronic stability control (esc).

What is the 2006 Saab 9-7X safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2006 Saab 9-7X crash-test ratings of frontal 3★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

How much is a 2006 Saab 9-7X worth?

Comparable 2006 Saab 9-7X listings run roughly $1,800–$5,000, typically around $3,644 (from 18 vehicles).

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