2002 Saab 9-5 Consumer Discussions

Saab 9-5 Wagon

2002 9-5 wagon...good idea or not?

Written by: dbl782 on Apr 15, 2009 10:53 PM

I am in the market for a new car, I have test drove a couple of these cars....and love them! I am coming off of a BMW 528 wagon, which I will miss dearly, but it is not in my budget right now to buy another. I know that Saabs can be pricey to repair, but over all, what are some of the major issues with that year? Also, are those things that a handy family mechanic can fix? Also ... Read More...

Saab 9-5 Sedan

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Written by: lfo on Mar 22, 2009 10:25 AM

Can I just bemoan the fact that my 2002 9-5 Arc V6, which cost me 33k new, is worthless about now? Maybe someone will tell me no worries, that I got good value out of it. I dunno. Right now I'm really pissy about it. Feeling like if I had a BMW or Lexus, my car would be worth far more, and enough more to easily make up the difference in the initial cost. I had a moderately hard-driven ... Read More...

Saab 9-5 Recall

Saab 9-5 Recall

Written by: KarenS on May 13, 2008 07:15 AM

WASHINGTON — Saab is recalling 57,389 9-5 series cars from the 2002-'08 model years to install new A-pillar trim with "improved energy-absorbing capability." The federal government reports that the affected vehicles failed to comply with one of the government requirements for occupant protection during "interior impact." Does this affect your 9-5? Talk ... Read More...

Saab 9-5 Sedan

Re: Car stutters while on highway, stops at lights [jwooda33]

Written by: captainuncle on Apr 13, 2008 04:00 PM

I've had a similar problem with my 2002 Saab 9-5 (with ~68K miles on it). Symptoms sounded exactly like yours - had it checked by a mechanic when the check engine light came on eventually. It was caused by a faulty crankshaft position sensor. Got it replaced, car seems to behaving well now. Should cost you ~ $120, not too bad. Do get it changed - the good news is that ... Read More...

Just bought 2007 9.5 Aero Combi

Written by: pearson244 on May 01, 2007 00:06 PM

Dealer in Maine took $6,777 off sticker, I test drove the car(25 miles on the clock) and fell in love. Have owned a 2000 and 2002 ARC sedans, both with V-6's. I did not know what I was missing. (But, I had basically zero problems with both cars, despite all the neg. comments on the V-6) Seats, power, handling, braking, HK sound system all super. Options include Visibility ... Read More...

Saab 9-5 Wagon

Re: Recurring Steering Problem [zoozeek]

Written by: cnunez19 on Feb 03, 2008 02:23 PM

I bought a used 2002 Saab 9-5 Aero in January 2005 from an independent mechanic with whom I have been doing business since 1991. The car was just off lease and had 35,000 miles. At 49,132 miles I took it to a Saab dealer for the "looseness" in the front end or steering column. They found nothing (of course) The warranty expired at 50,000 Miles. At 53,000+ miles, I took ... Read More...

The cheapening of the 9-5

Yes, thats a Malibu or Impala dash controls in your Saab

Written by: smu1976 on Dec 18, 2007 09:18 PM

1986 900 SPG 1992 9000 Griffen 1999 Saab 9-5 V6 (no need, 4 is just as good) 2002 Saab 9-5 Aero Wagon Thought I was sort of loyal to Saab, but the hell with them. Wanted to book a trip for Euro delivery, website says check back for 2009 models. Email, get a nasty response that GM's board says that this issue will not be answered again in an email (mind you, I am trying to buy ... Read More...

2.3 4 vs. 3.0 V-6

Written by: pearson244 on Dec 03, 2007 09:25 AM

I am on my 3rd 9.5. First two (2000 and 2002) we're V-6 powered, my 2007 is, of course a 2.3 260 HP turbo, Aero in this case. I used to be annoyed when folks picked on the V-6, I loved the power and smoothness of that engine, although that asymetrical turbo seemed to cause a weird "elastic" throttle response. Anyway, between the two V-6's, I put on combined 50,000 + miles ... Read More...

Saab 9-5 Sedan

Re: ABS Control Module - New, Used, or Refurbished [jscottk]

Written by: wleibe on Feb 05, 2007 08:06 PM

I can't speak for Saab's but I had a similar problem on my GMC Sierra. The ABS control module went out and the dealer wanted $700.00 for a new one and $700 to put it in. I decided to try and fix it myself. 1. The car ran fine without it. 2. I didn't have to deal with any brake lines. It was an electric only module so it was easy to remove. 3. I fixed it myself. One of the FET's inside ... Read More...

Saab 9-5 Wagon

SAAB 9-5 Wagon, 2001 or 2003?

Written by: xiaodonger on Jun 01, 2007 02:14 PM

I got the info from MSN,they said the reliability for 9-5 wagon made in 2003 is better than 2002 and 2001.But, I still got the info from JD Power, they said the reliability for 9-5 wagon made in 2001 is better than 2002 and 2003. It really confused me. Anyone can help me? I'm gonna buy it soon. Thanks. Read More...