2005 Saab 9-7x problems
The Saab 9-7X is a mid-size luxury SUV that was built by General Motors for the American market and sold under the Saab marque. The 9-7X was first revealed at the 2004 New York International Auto Show, and was available starting in the model year of 2005, as a replacement for the Oldsmobile Bravada.
Information and vehicle details
The Saab 9-7X was introduced in 2004 for the 2005 model year and was made by General Motors, and the 9-7X was also built on the GMT360 platform, which is the same platform that the Chevrolet TrailBlazer, GMC Envoy, Isuzu Ascender, Oldsmobile Bravada, and Buick Rainier were all built on. The 9-7X was Saab's first-ever SUV.
The Saab 9-7X was originally available in two trim levels for 2005: the Linear and the Arc. The Saab 9-7X did not offer a turbocharged engine, quite unusual for a Saab vehicle. All Saab 9-7X vehicles come with all wheel drive (2005 was the first year all wheel drive was offered by Saab), eighteen inch sport wheels, and sport tuned suspension as standard equipment. The 9-7X was built at GM's Moraine, Ohio assembly plant. The Saab 9-7X is classified as a midsize luxury SUV.
When the 2005 Saab 9-7X had been introduced, it had served as the replacement for the Oldsmobile Bravada (which was discontinued as a direct result of the Oldsmobile brand being discontinued in 2004), along with the Buick Rainier. Most of the exterior styling on the Saab 9-7X and on the Buick Rainier was a direct transfer from the discontinued Bravada, except for a front fascia designed to resemble other Saab vehicles.
From 2005 to 2009, the Saab 9-7X was the second most expensive luxury SUV made by General Motors, the most expensive being the Cadillac Escalade. GM had marketed the Saab 9-7X as a direct competitor to more upmarket luxury SUVs, like the Volvo XC90 and the Volkswagen Touareg.
All Saab 9-7X models came standard with side curtain airbags, leather interior, heated front seats, automatic climate control, an AM/FM radio with a CD player and Bose speakers, as well as XM Satellite Radio, and OnStar. HomeLink was standard as well. All Saab 9-7X vehicles came with all-wheel drive as standard equipment. A touchscreen navigation system was available as an optional feature.
For the 2006 model year, the Linear trim level was renamed as the 4.2i, and the Arc trim level was renamed as the 5.3i. The 4.2i trim level comes with the 4.2L inline six engine, and was rated at 285 hp (213 kW) and 276 lb⋅ft (374 N⋅m) of torque. The 5.3L V8 engine was rated at an estimated 300 hp (224 kW) and 330 lb⋅ft (447 N⋅m) of torque.
The Saab 9-7X equipped with the 5.3L V8 engine has the capability to tow up to 6,500 lb (2,948 kg).
For the 2008 model year, the new Aero trim level was added as a more luxurious version of the Chevrolet Trailblazer SS. Both the Saab 9-7X Aero and the Chevrolet Trailblazer SS came with the 6.0L LS2 V8 engine, the same engine used in the 2005 to 2007 model of the Chevrolet Corvette modified for use in GMT360 vehicles. The Saab 9-7X also came with a 4L60E four speed automatic transmission as standard equipment.
Also for the 2008 model year, the Saab 9-7X with the 5.3L V8 engine was available with Displacement on Demand technology to reduce fuel consumption. Saab had made enhancements to the vehicle's GM made chassis. Saab had also added a lower ride height, firmer springs and shock absorbers, larger brakes with steel front calipers, a strengthened frame, steering revisions and a thicker front stabilizer bar.
A self leveling rear air suspension was also added. The 9-7X, along with the other GM midsize SUVs built on GM's GMT360 platform were originally scheduled to be redesigned for the model year of 2007, but instead, GM had decided to continue the production the GMT360 SUVs and to only give them minor updates.
The 9-7X as well as the other GMT360 midsize SUVs made by GM were not scheduled to be redesigned, updated, or to continue production after the 2009 model year, as a result of GM closing their Moraine, Ohio assembly plant, where the GMT360 SUVs were built on December 23, 2008. As a result, the Saab 9-7X was discontinued after the 2009 model year.
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Common 2005 Saab 9-7x problems
The Saab 9-7X, a midsize SUV produced between 2005 and 2009, shares its platform with the Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, and Isuzu Ascender. While the vehicle was designed to appeal to a niche market seeking both ruggedness and the quirky Swedish image of Saab, it has faced several common problems reported by owners.
- Fuel Gauge Inaccuracy: One of the specific complaints about the 2006 Saab 9-7X is an inaccurate fuel gauge. This issue affects 100% of the reported cases for the 2006 model year, indicating a widespread problem.
- Windshield Wipers Operating Unintentionally: Another complaint about the 2006 Saab 9-7X is the windshield wipers operating unintentionally. This issue also affects 100% of the reported cases for the 2006 model year.
- Chatter on Turns and Stuck in All-Wheel Drive: The 2006 Saab 9-7X has been reported to have chatter on turns and being stuck in all-wheel drive, affecting 100% of the reported cases for that model year.
- Fuel System: The 2006 Saab 9-7X has been reported to have a faulty fuel system, affecting 100% of the reported cases for that model year.
- Exterior: The 2006 Saab 9-7X has been reported to have exterior issues, affecting 100% of the reported cases for that model year.
- Interior: The 2006 Saab 9-7X has been reported to have interior issues, affecting 100% of the reported cases for that model year.
- Electrical System: The 2006 Saab 9-7X has been reported to have electrical system issues, affecting 100% of the reported cases for that model year.
- Suspension System: The suspension system of the Saab 9-7X may require resetting, which can be done by disconnecting the battery for about 15 minutes and then reconnecting and starting the vehicle to see if the sagging is gone. If not, the common reason for this to happen is shorted height sensors at the rear wheels. The sensors are the most common cause; however, the pumps could also cause the sagging.
- Power Window Devices and Controls: The 2005-2007 Saab 9-7X, along with several other GM models, is part of a recall for potential issues with power window devices and controls. The recall affects vehicles with sunroofs, and the remedy involves replacing the power window switch with an improved one.
These common problems with the Saab 9-7X are based on complaints from owners of this car and are not exhaustive. They are intended to provide a general overview of the issues that have been reported and should be considered when evaluating the vehicle's reliability and potential maintenance needs.
Is the Saab 9-7x a Chevy?
Saab's first SUV is based on the Chevrolet TrailBlazer/GMC Envoy SUVs.
Does the Saab 9-7x have Turbo?
The Saab 9-7X did not offer a turbocharged engine, quite unusual for a Saab vehicle.
How many miles per gallon does a Saab 9-7x get?
Fuel Economy
| City | 14 mpg |
|---|---|
| Highway | 20 mpg |
What engine is in a 2006 Saab 9-7x?
Instead, the Saab 9-7X comes with either a 290-horsepower, 4.2-liter inline six or a 300-hp, 5.3-liter V8. Coupled to both of these engines is a four-speed automatic transmission.
2005 Saab 9-7x car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Saab 9-7x problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Exterior lighting problems
- Electrical system problems
- Fuel system problems
- Gasoline problems
- Unknown or other problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2005 Saab 9-7x vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
2005 Saab 9-7x complaints
The NHTSA has received 24 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2005 Saab 9-7x.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-04-12
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 5S3ET13M052
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: MANUFACTURER: GENERAL MOTORS LLC MFR'S REPORT DATE: AUG 15, 2012 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 12V406000 NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: EA12004 COMPONENT: VISIBILITY, POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS WAS ADVISED IN 2015 THAT THE DRIVERS DOOR MODULE WAS UNDER RECALL AS A FIRE HAZARD. IT WAS REPLACED. THE REPLACEMENT MODULE STARTED ON FIRE. THE LOCAL DEALER BLAMED 'RAIN WATER GETTING IN IT.' I ORDERED A BRAND NEW DDM THAT HAS NEVER SEEN THE ELEMENTS OR BEEN INSTALLED IN A CAR ' AND IT HAS THE SAME CORROSION THAT CAUSED MY FIRE! SEE PIC. TO ADD INSULT TO INJURY THE LOCAL GMC AND CHEVY DEALERS BOTH SAY 'OH THAT'S A SAAB, WE CAN'T PROGRAM THAT.' THE NEAREST DEALER WILLING TO DO THIS WORK IS ZIMBRICK IN MADISON WISCONSIN. IT'S 150 MILES AWAY. THEY'RE STATING THEY CAN'T DO THE WORK A SECOND TIME UNDER THE CALL. THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH MY WINDOW SWITCH BEFORE THEY DID THE RECALL WORK, AND SUPPOSEDLY THE 'SUPERIOR' FIXED PART IN FACT CAUGHT ON FIRE. IF THIS WAS A TRAILBLAZER OR AN ENVOY THEY'D DO THE WORK BUT BECAUSE IT'S A SAAB THEY'RE BEING STUPID AND SAYING THEY CAN'T WORK ON SAAB'S. IT'S THE SAME THING. BOTTOM LINE: THE RECALL WORK DOES NOT MITIGATE THE FIRE HAZARD AND BRAND NEW REPLACEMENT MODULES HAVE THE SAME CORROSION THAT GM BLAMES ON 'WATER GETTING INTO THE DDM.' I CHALLENGE THAT NARRATIVE AND BELIEVE ALL THESE VEHICLES MAY STILL BE A FIRE HAZARD
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-01-01
- VIN: 5S3ET13S652
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: THE HEADLIGHTS JUST WENT OUT WITHOUT ANY WARNING. THE HIGHBEAMS, FOG LIGHTS AND SIDE MARKERS WILL GO ON. THE HEADLIGHTSL TURNED OFF WITHOUT WARNING AS I WAS THANKFULLY JUST PULLING OUT OF MY STREET. HOWEVER IT IS A MAIN ST WITH ALOT OF ACTIVITY DURING CERTAIN TIMES THANKFULLY THAT WAS NOT ONE OF THEM.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-12-31
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: THE HEADLIGHTS WILL GO OFF WHILE DRIVING. I WAS DRIVING OUT OF MY GYM PARKING LOT AT 10PM. ON A ICY NIGHT. THEY WILL NOT TURN BACK ON. HOWEVER THE HIGHBEAMS, FOG LIGHTS SIDE MARKERS WORK. VERY DANGEROUS AND SAFETY IS DEFINITELY AT RISK NOT ONLY FOR MYSELF BUT FOR MY CHILDREN. THERE IS A RECALL FOR THIS ON THE 2006 MODEL. SOMEONE MAY HAVE RECEIVED THE WRONG INFORMATION OR DISREGARDED THE NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS OF THIS MODEL AS WELL. THIS REQUIRES ATTENTION ASAP. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-06-11
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 5S3ET13S752
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,SEATS
- Summary: MY FAMILY AND I WERE OUT ON A SATURDAY EVENING ON 6/11/16. WE STOPPED TO GRAB A SLICE OF PIZZA FROM ONE OF OUR FAMOUS DOWNTOWN PIZZA PLACES. AS WE SAT IN THE CAR EATING OUR PIZZA, WE NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE RIGHT SIDE VENTS AND DASH BOARD. WE IMMEDIATELY JUMPED OUT OF THE CAR. WELL, AFTER SMOKE, WE SAW FIRE. THE CAR WAS DESTROYED. THE HOOD, DASHBOARD, FRONT AND BACK SEATS MELTED LIKE A PIECE OF PAPER. MY WIFE AND YOUNG SON WERE IN THE CAR. THE CAR WAS PARKED ON A CITY STREET WHEN SMOKE/FIRE STARTED.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-09-01
- VIN: 5S3ET13M352
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL SENSOR HAS GONE OFF AND WILL NOT TURN OFF.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-09-05
- VIN: 5S3ET13M152
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT THE HEADLIGHTS WERE SET ON AUTOMATIC MODE WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THEY WENT OUT AND I TRIED TO TURN THEM TO THE REGULAR ON POSITION AND THEY DID NOT COME ON, THE HIGH BEAMS DID NOT WORK EITHER. THIS HAS HAPPENED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS AND FROM WHAT I READ ON LINE I'M NOT THE ONLY ONE THAT HAS THIS ISSUE. I BELIEVE THE RECALL SHOULD INCLUDE MY 2005 MODEL AS WELL. OTHER ELECTRICAL ISSUES! (INSTRUMENT PANEL-GAGES) MOST TACKED OUT, ALSO SPEEDOMETER GAGE ISSUES (GETS STUCK AT ONE SPEED AND WHEN YU SLOW DOWN IT DOESN'T GO BACK DOWN BUT IF YOU GET BACK UP TO SPEED IT WILL CONTINUE TO CLIMB IE: SHOWING A FALSE SPEED OF 95-MPH BUT ACTUALLY ONLY GOING ABOUT 55-MPH.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-06-07
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: AS I WAS DRIVING MY LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS WILL TURN OFF. THEY WILL NOT RESET OR COME BACK ON. FOG LAMPS AND HIGH BEAMS WORK FINE. I HAVE SEEN RECALLS FOR THIS ISSUE IN THE 2006 MODEL. BUT IT SEEMS AS IF THE 2005 MODEL HAS THE SAME CONCERN.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-03-02
- VIN: 5S3ET13S252
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: THERE'S A RECALL ON LOW BEAM HEADLAMPS SHUTTING OFF WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT. I CALLED SAAB DEALERSHIP BECAUSE I WAS PULLED OVER BY STATE TROOPER BC LIGHTS SHUT OFF WHILE I WAS DRIVING AND ISSUED A WARNING. DEALERSHIP SAID THERE WAS A RECALL BUT NO PART AVAILABLE YET. I ASKED WHEN THERE MIGHT BE A PART AVAILABLE AND THEY SAID THEY'VE BEEN WAITING SENSE LAST JUNE OF 2014 AND STILL NO PART AVAILABLE. THIS IS A SERIOUS ISSUE BC I DRIVE HOME EVERY NIGHT AND NO WARNING WHEN LIGHTS WILL RANDOMLY SHUT OFF.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-06-27
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: SIMILAR TO NHTSA ID NUMBER: 10667221 EVENT , WHERE THE HEADLIGHTS BLINKED OUT. IN MY SITUATION, I WAS ABLE TO TURN THEM OFF, AND THEN BACK ON. THIS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES, BUT STOPPED FOR THE WINTER. IT HA RETURNED. I CAN NOT GO A MILE WITHOUT THE LIGHTS GOING OUT.... I ALSO LOOKED AT THE NET AND DISCOVERED THE RECALL FOR 2006, BUT NOT 2005..... I ALSO AGREE THIS RECALL SHOULD INCLUDE 2005 MY. *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-05-07
- VIN: 5S3ET135452
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT THE HEADLIGHTS WERE SET ON AUTOMATIC MODE WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THEY WENT OUT AND I TRIED TO TURN THEM TO THE REGULAR ON POSITION AND THEY DID NOT COME ON EITHER SO I TURN ON THE HIGH BEAMS TO MAKE IT HOME THAT WAS PRETTY SCARY SINCE THE IT HAS BEING DOING IT INTERMITTENT EVERY TIME SO I CAN'T DRIVE AT NIGHT FOR THE FEAR OF GETTING PULLED OVER OR WRECKING I DON'T KNOW WHAT ELSE TO DO I DID GO ON THE INTERNET AND READ WHERE THERE IS A RECALL ABOUT THE SAAB. 97X 2006-2008 I THINK THE RECALL SHOULD BE ON THE 2005 MODEL ALSO I WOULD APPRECIATE YOUR HELP IN THIS MATTER. *TR
SUSPENSION,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-12-03
- Components: SUSPENSION,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: THIS CAR HAS HAD THE PROBLEM WITH THE REAR AIR SUSPENSION, IT CONSTANTLY HAS TO BE LIFT FROM THE IGNITION, I BOUGHT THE CAR 3 YEARS AGO, AND THIS PROBLEM STARTED LAST YEAR, ALSO THE THROTTLE BODY HAS DEFECTS MAKING IT REALLY HARD TO DRIVE AT TIMES. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-07-01
- VIN: 5S3ET13M652
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: REF RECALL 12180. SAME ISSUES EXIST IN 2005 SAAB 97X MODELS. WE BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE USED AND THE DRIVER'S DOOR MASTER SWITCHES WERE WORKING SPORADICALLY. AROUND THE BEGINNING OF JULY 2012, THE SWITCHES STOPPED WORKING COMPLETELY. MY WIFE IS DISABLED, AND I'VE BEEN OUT OF WORK SINCE 2008. WE COULD NOT AFFORD TO GET THIS REPAIRED OUT OF POCKET.WHEN THE PRELIMINARY NOTIFICATION FOR THE RECALL CAME AROUND AND WE WERE HAPPY ABOUT THE NEWS. I'M AFRAID NOW, AFTER DOING SOME RESEARCH THAT OUR MODEL YEAR ISN'T COVERED. THE RECALL NOTICE SHOWS OUR VEHICLE AS A 2007, WHICH IS IN ERROR. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-11-01
- VIN: 5S3ET13M152
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SAAB 9-7X. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOWS AND DOOR LOCKS FAILED. HE ALSO STATED THAT THE CONTROLS FOR THE SIDE VIEW MIRRORS AND THE DRIVER'S SIDE HEATED SEAT WARMER ALSO FAILED. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 12V406000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) BUT WAS INFORMED THAT HIS VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL CAMPAIGN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS BUT THEY OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS ALSO NOTIFIED BUT OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 95,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 102,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-02-01
- VIN: 5S3ET13S452
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: WHEN ATTEMPTING TO REPOSITION THE SIDE MIRROR ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE, USING THE ELECTRIC SYSTEM, THERE WAS SMOKE COMING FROM INSIDE THE DOOR. SINCE THAT TIME THE DRIVER'S SIDE ELECTRIC SYSTEM HAS FAILED TO WORK. THE LOCAL SAAB DEALER CLAIMS THAT THE PARTS ARE AND WERE AT THAT TIME UNAVAILABLE. THIS PROBLEM MAY BE RELATED TO THE CURRENT ELECTRICAL ISSUE AFFECTING THE 2006 AND 2007 MODELS. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-10-15
- VIN: 5S3ET13S452
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: THE FUEL LIGHT INDICATOR DOES NOT GO OFF. I HAVE PUT GAS IN THIS VEHICLE ON 2 SERERATE OCCASIONS IN 1 DAY AND IT DID NOT IDICATE ANY FUEL. IT CONTINUED TO SAY "LOW FUEL". I JUST PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE TODAY... *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-10-11
- VIN: 5S3ET13S752
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: THE GAS GAUGE IS STOPPED WORKING AND DISPLAYS THE WRONG READING, THIS CAUSED MY WIFE AND CHILDREN TO STALL ON THE HIGHWAY, A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-08-31
- VIN: 5S3ET13S752
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: BURNT EXHAUST VALVE IN CYLINDER 1 AT ONLY 75000 MILES. HAD TO HAVE THE HEAD REMOVED AND MACHINED. MECHANIC STATED THAT THE VALVE SEAT WAS FAULTY. DEALERSHIP WOULD NOT ASSIST IN THE REPAIR. APPROXIMATE COST WAS $1800. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-08-01
- VIN: 5S3ET13SX52
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: FUEL GAUGE IS FAILING TO REGISTER GAS IN THE TANK, AND ENGINE KEEPS STALLING.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-09-02
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: GAS GAUGE EITHER DOES NOT ACCURATELY MEASURE GAS IN THE VEHICLE OR DOESN'T WORK AT ALL. PROBLEM HAS PERSISTED OVER THE PASS YEAR AND HAS FINALLY QUIT WORKING. HAVE RUN OUT OF GAS ON 3 OCCASIONS. ON ONE INCIDENT HAD 5 MONTH OLD BABY IN CAR AT NIGHT. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-03-15
- VIN: 5S3ET13S452
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: FUEL GAUGE OR SENSOR FAILURE. *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-09-07
- VIN: 5S3ET13S852
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: HEADLIGHT LOW BEAM (H11) WIRING HARNESS WAS MELTED SAAB 9-7X 2005 4.2L. *TR
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-06-13
- VIN: 5S3ET13M152
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I HAVE HAD MY USED VEHICLE FOR 20 MONTHS AND IT HAS LESS THAN 78,000 MILES. THE 2005 SAAB 9-7X STALLS WHILE DRIVING. SOMETIMES IT WILL RE-START AND RUN FOR A LITTLE WHILE AND THEN STALL OUT AGAIN. WHEN IT STALLS I HAVE TO QUICKLY TRY TO GET OUT OF TRAFFIC AND PULL OVER. MOST OF THE TIME THE VEHICLE WILL NOT RE-START AND MUST BE TOWED. THIS HAS HAPPENED AT LEAST SEVEN TIMES. THE FIRST TIME THIS STARTED HAPPENING THERE WAS APPROXMATELY 60,000 MILES (MAYBE A LITTLE MORE) ON THE VEHICLE. HERE ARE A COUPLE INSTANCES OF WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED: ONE TIME I WAS AT A STOP LIGHT AT A BUSY INTERSECTION AT NIGHT (APPROXIMATELY 60,000 MILES ON VEHICLE AT THIS TIME) AND ANOTHER TIME I WAS DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY (APPROXIMATELY 78,000 MILES ON THE VEHICLE THIS TIME). THE FIRST TIME (JUNE 2009) I TOOK MY VEHICLE IN FOR STALLING TO CONCOURS MOTORS ON SILVER SPRING DR IN MILWAUKEE WI. THEY HAD IT FOR 3 MONTHS AND FINALLY FIGURED OUT IT WAS THE FUSE BOX. THEY REPLACED THE FUSE BOX. THE VEHICLE RAN FINE FOR 6 MONTHS AND IT STARTED STALLING OUT AGAIN. THIS TIME (MARCH 2010) THE CAR DEALERSHIP THOUGHT IT WAS THE FUEL PUMP AND REPLACED IT. THEY FOUND OUT IT WAS NOT THE FUEL PUMP WHEN IT WOULD NOT TURN ON FOR THEM AFTER REPLACING THIS PART. THEY STILL HAVE THE VEHICLE IN THE SHOP AND DO NOT KNOW WHY IT CONTINUES TO STALL WHILE DRIVING. I DO NOT BELIEVE THIS IS A SAFE VEHICLE TO DRIVE.
EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-09-13
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: CAR HEATER WILL NOT WORK UNLESS THE HEAT IS SET TO THE MAX WHICH IS 90 DEGREES. AT ANY OTHER TEMPERATURE, THE CAR WILL BLOW OUT COLD AIR. *NM
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-08-24
- VIN: 5S3ET13SX52
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS UPHILL, THE STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE WAS PRESENT IN THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER INSPECTED THE VEHICLE BUT WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. THE MANUFACTURER WAS ALERTED.
2005 Saab 9-7x recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 2005 Saab 9-7x.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
- Summary: 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 switches to function intermittently or become inoperative. The short may also cause overheating, which could melt components of the door module, producing odor, smoke, or a fire.
- Consequence: A short in the circuit board could lead to a fire, increasing the risk of personal injury. A fire could occur even while the vehicle is not in use. As a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the remedy has been made.
- Remedy: 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 are available. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), 1-800-462-8782 (GMC), 1-800-955-9007 (SAAB), and 1-800-255-6727 (Isuzu). GM's number for this recall is 14309. NOTE: This recall provides a new remedy for all vehicles covered by recall 13V-248. Vehicles whose modules were modified but not replaced as part of the previous recall remedy must have their vehicles remedied again under this campaign.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 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 become inoperative. The short may also cause overheating, which could melt components of the door module, producing odor, smoke, or a fire.
- Consequence: A short in the circuit board could lead to a fire, increasing the risk of personal injury. A fire could occur even while the vehicle is not in use. As a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the remedy has been made.
- Remedy: 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 GMC owners, Isuzu and Saab will contact their respective owners. The recall began on August 2, 2013. Buick owners may contact the owner center at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet owners at 1-866-694-6546, GMC owners at 1-866-996-9463, Isuzu owners at 1-800-255-6727, and Saab owners at 1-800-955-9007. GM's campaign number is 12180. This recall is an expansion of recall 12V-406.
Negative 2005 Saab 9-7x car reviews
Positive 2005 Saab 9-7x car reviews
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We are thrilled with our new Saab 9-7X! It drives like a dream and has such an elegant look. We think Saab has done an amazing job on the design. Whenever we're out enjoying our Saab, we always get second looks.
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The driving experience this car provides is awesome! I'm so glad you were able to experience the tremendous amount of power generated by the lineup of engines.
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Congratulations on your recent purchase of the Linear 97x! It's great to hear that you're enjoying it so much. Your experience with the Saab sounds fantastic, and it's wonderful to hear that it's the best vehicle you've ever owned. It's also exciting to hear that it's such a unique car on the road. The features you mentioned, such as XM, On-Star, premium leather, DVD, and side impact air bags, sound fantastic and it's great to hear that they come standard. It's clear that you're really enjoying the ride and I hope you continue to do so for the next 100,000 miles!
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As someone who drives between 35,000 and 45,000 miles per year and is frequently in and out of vehicles, I have been searching for the perfect one for several months. However, nothing has really caught my eye until now. Despite being on a GM platform, the 9-7X is truly unique. It is the perfect vehicle for someone who spends a lot of time on the road. Not only is it very comfortable and user-friendly, but it is also surprisingly fuel efficient. Additionally, the 9-7X is priced competitively compared to its rivals, and the 3-year (36,000 mile) free scheduled maintenance is a great bonus. I highly recommend this vehicle to anyone in need of a reliable and enjoyable ride.
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Fun, attractive, solid. You can tell I love this car! While it may not be the most fuel efficient, I don't mind the mileage cost because I just love driving and being in it. By the way, the XM radio doesn't hurt the comfort either.
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Top Saab 9-7x Problems · Sagging Rear Suspension · Sporadic Operation of All Wheel Drive System · Tailgate Malfunctions Opening or Closing · Air Compressor Runs ...
Saab 9-7x and Trailblazer transmission issues? Common? | VW ...
Jun 21, 2009 ... Saab 9-7x and Trailblazer transmission issues? Common? · 1. Fuel gauge failure (in tank sender replaced) · 2. Passenger mirror motor stripped out
What's the deal with the Saab 9-7x 5.3i? Seems like an awesome ...
Aug 15, 2023 ... This is one of the vehicles that gm accidentally did right. We had one from 2005- this year and didn't have any issues.
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Feb 28, 2017 ... We own a 2008 9-7x Saab and have been having issues with the ... I have a sabb 97x 2005 was driving felt a hard jerk looked ... Looks like ...
Other years of Saab 9-7x
Are you having problems with your 2005 Saab 9-7x?
Lucious Heller 2024-07-14
I was really excited to finally buy my Saab after waiting for a year, but unfortunately it hasn't lived up to my expectations. Despite being designed by aircraft engineers, even my father, who was a project engineer on the F-14 from its inception, doesn't like it and has made some comments about it. I bought it for its sportiness, but I feel much safer driving my 77 Merc 280 SL Convert at 80 mph than this car at 65 mph. It also has a pretty low fuel efficiency, averaging only 11.5 miles per gallon and 14.3 mpg on long highway drives.
Vern Hartmann 2024-06-05
My father is one of the designers of the F-14, and I have extensive knowledge of cars. I have noticed some issues with this car, such as the jerk-feel when shifting gears, the interior design lacking space, the rear cargo space that does not lie flat with rear seats down, the terrible suspension, the inability to seal sound of air from inside the car, the front bumper which popped off due to cheap plastic pins (bumpers cost min $1,250), the pulling out of alignment, and the blindspots. However, these issues are not uncommon in cars, and they can be easily fixed. I suggest adding sensors to aid in backing up and addressing the water leak issue. Overall, this car has great potential, and with some improvements, it can be a fantastic vehicle.
Vicente Jast 2024-05-23
That's a really nice SUV, and it's fully loaded with the option of either a sunroof or a rear DVD player at no additional charge. It's basically a Chevy Trailblazer in disguise until the 9-6X arrives next year. The interior has lots of GM parts, which may raise questions about its long-term reliability. On the bright side, you won't see many others driving the same car down the street.
Joaquin Denesik 2024-03-12
I have owned 8 SAABs in the past and recently purchased the 9-7 for its towing capacity. Although it can tow over 5000lbs and is comfortable, I have found the drive train to be disappointing. The MPG only averages 15 in mixed driving (approximately half city/half highway). I have noticed a lag on acceleration from a stop, which then comes on all at once. The transmission also shifts nervously in city driving, constantly fishing and clunking between gears. The engine and transmission combination remind me of a 60's Chevy pickup - completely unrefined. In hindsight, I wish I had bought the XC-90 instead.
Gregorio Paucek 2024-01-05
The 2005 model experienced transmission failure at 40k miles and rusted transmission lines at 80k. Despite these issues, it is important to note that GM produces reliable vehicles overall.