2007 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 2007 Saab 9-7x problems
The Saab 9-7X, a mid-size luxury SUV, was produced from 2005 to 2009. While many owners have reported positive experiences with the vehicle, some common problems have been noted based on owner complaints.
- Drivetrain issues: The 9-7X ranks 3rd in reliability out of 8 Saab models, with owners reporting 4 complaints, mostly about drivetrain issues.
- Fuel gauge inaccuracies: Some owners have reported inaccurate fuel gauge readings in their 9-7X vehicles, which can lead to issues with fuel management and unexpected fuel usage.
- Windshield wiper malfunction: A few owners have reported unintentional operation of their windshield wipers, which can be a safety concern during driving.
- Headlight issues: The 9-7X has been known to have low beam headlights that suddenly shut off, even though the lights themselves are perfectly fine. This issue is caused by a defective headlamp driver module, which is responsible for distributing power to the lights.
- Interior quality: Some owners have reported dissatisfaction with the interior of the 9-7X, stating that it is too GM-like and lacks sufficient storage space compared to other SUVs in its class.
It is important to note that these problems are based on owner complaints and may not affect all 9-7X vehicles. Additionally, some of these issues may have been addressed through recalls or technical service bulletins issued by Saab. When considering the purchase of a used 9-7X, it is recommended to thoroughly research the vehicle's history and have it inspected by a qualified mechanic to ensure that any potential issues are identified and addressed.
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 |
Are Saab 9 3 engines reliable?
The users on RepairPal gave the Saab 9-3 a reliability score of 4.0 out of 5.0. The annual cost of repairs and maintenance for this model amounts to roughly $526. Two commonly reported issues for this model include an illuminated traction control light due to corroded wiring and engine coolant loss.
2007 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:
- Electrical system problems
- Exterior lighting problems
- Gasoline problems
- Fuel system problems
- Visibility problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2007 Saab 9-7x vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2007 Saab 9-7x
The NHTSA has received 48 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2007 Saab 9-7x. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2007 Saab 9-7x vehicles.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-06-04
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 5S3ET13S672
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 SAAB 9-7X. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON STARTING HER VEHICLE, A FLAME EMITTED FROM THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR PANEL. THE FLAME THEN DISSIPATED AS WHITE SMOKE BEGAN TO EMIT FROM THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR. THE CONTACT EXITED THE VEHICLE FROM THE SAME AND RETRIEVE ASSISTANCE. HER CO-WORKER WERE ABLE TO ASSIST HER IN REMOVING THE DOOR PANEL OFF THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR. THE CONTACT WAS NOT INJURED AS A RESULT OF THE FIRE. THE POLICE NOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WERE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE DEALER NOR THE MANUFACTURER HAD BEEN NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. UPON INVESTIGATION, THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT HER VEHICLE HAD BEEN INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V406000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY). THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 228,000. * (RECALL RELATED INCIDENT) TS
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-05-29
- VIN: 5S3ET13M772
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: SIDE AIR BAGS EXPLODED WHEN WE WERE TURNING AND RAN OVER A CURB AT ABOUT TEN MPH SPEED.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-08-05
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 5S3ET13S372
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL I WOKE UP TO MY VEHICLE ON FIRE AND IT HAD BEEN OFF FOR OVER 8 HOURS. IT HAD BEEN PARKED IN MY DRIVEWAY ALL NIGHT. WE HEARD A BANG FROM INSIDE THEN OUT NEIGHBOR BANGED ON OUR DOOR A MINUTE LATER SAYING MY VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE. WE CALLED 911 AND THEY HAD TO COME AND PUT IT OUT.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-07-17
- VIN: 5S3ET13S972
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: A HEADLIGHT RECALL EXISTS FOR THIS MODEL BUT MY VIN NUMBER DOES NOT CONFIRM. MY HEADLIGHTS ARE FAILING WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT. THERE SEEMS TO BE AN ISSUE WITH THE VIN ON THIS VEHICLE.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-02-26
- VIN: 5S3ET13M872
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: ONE HEADLIGHT GOES OUT WHILE DRIVING. IT CAN BE DRIVERS SIDE OR PASSENGER SIDE AS IT IS NOT SPECIFIC TO ONE SIDE OR THE OTHER. BOTH HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT AT THE SAME TIME DURING A NIGHT DRIVE. BY TURNING THE LIGHTS OFF AND BACK ON, THEY WILL USUALLY COME BACK ON. THERE SEEMS TO BE NO PATTERN OTHER THAN THEY JUST TURN OFF. SAAB STATED THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS FOR MY VEHICLES LIGHTING.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-03-01
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 SAAB 9-7X. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW FAILED TO OPEN OR CLOSE INTERMITTENTLY WHEN THE WINDOW SWITCH WAS DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT, RECENTLY, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW WAS OPENED BY DEPRESSING THE SWITCH, BUT FAILED TO CLOSE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING OR REPAIRS. THE CONTACT RESEARCHED THE FAILURE ONLINE AT NHTSA.GOV AND FOUND THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V406000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY) FOR THE SAME FAILURE SHE EXPERIENCED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 30,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-29
- VIN: 5S3ET13S372
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: THE FUEL GAUGE ON MY VEHICLE BECAME FAULTY. THE METER WOULD WORK ONLY TILL HALF TANK AND AFTER THAT THE GUAGE WOULD GO STRAIGHT DOWN TO E OR EMPTY. FUEL SENSOR RECALL
SUSPENSION,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-03-08
- VIN: 5S3ET13S172
- Components: SUSPENSION,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: NONE OF THE DRIVERS SIDE FRONT ELECTRIC IS WORKING, AIR SUSPENSION DIED, NO LOW BEAM
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-12-01
- VIN: 5S3ET13M372
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: FUEL GAUGE STOPPED REPORTING ACTUAL LEVEL OF FUEL IN THE TANK ABOUT 2 YEARS AGO. GUAGE REMAINS POINTED AT 1/4 FULL TANK LEVEL AT ALL TIMES. FORCED TO KEEP TRACK OF FUEL LEVEL BY RESETTING THE MILAGE TRACKER AT EACH TANK FILL-UP. WHEN MILES REACH AROUND 250 ITS TIME TO FIND A GAS STATION TO FILL UP AGAIN. HAVE RUN OUT OF GAS 5-10 TIMES IN THE LAST 2 YEARS. SEVERAL OF THE SUDDEN "OUT-OF-GAS" EVENTS WERE ALSO FALSE. VEHICLE HAD GAS, BUT ENGINE STALLED AS THOUGH IT HAD RUN OUT OF GAS. CAR WAS PULLED TO THE SIDE OF INTERSTATE AND COASTED TO NEARBY GAS STATION.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-07-01
- VIN: 5S3ET13S572
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: POWER DOOR LOCKS FUNCTION INTERMITTENTLY. SOMETIMES THEY ALL LOCK/UNLOCK, SOMETIMES NO DOORS LOCK/UNLOCK, SOMETIMES CERTAIN DOORS LOCK/UNLOCK. SOMETIMES THE WINDOWS OPERATE VERY SLOWLY AS WELL. I HAVE ONLY USED THE LOCKS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STATIONARY, BUT I HAVE NOTICED THE WINDOW PROBLEM WHEN BOTH MOVING AND STATIONARY. THIS HAS BEEN AN ISSUE FOR OVER A YEAR, I CAN'T PINPOINT THE EXACT TIME IT FIRST HAPPENED, BUT IT IS AN ONGOING ISSUE.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-01-08
- VIN: 5S3ET13SX72
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: MY FUEL GAUGE READ EMPTY AFTER I FILLED UP MY TANK. AFTER DRIVING FOR A FEW MILES MY SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT CAME ON. IT WILL SPONTANEOUSLY READ FULL, THEN EMPTY THEN PARTIALLY FULL THEN NEAR EMPTY ETC ETC. IN RESEARCHING THIS TOPIC THIS SEEMS TO BE A WELL DOCUMENTED ISSUE FOR GM AND IT APPEARS IN THE LUCK OF THE DRAW NOW MY VEHICLE JOINS THE LARGE NUMBER OF VEHICLES WITH THIS ISSUE. I DON'T SEE A RECALL FOR THIS IN MY RESEARCH FOR MY 2007 97-X. IS THERE A BROADER SCOPE RECALL?? SOME SITES INDICATE A WILLINGNESS OF GM TO PAY HALF THE COST?? SEEMS ODD THAT IF THIS IS SOMETHING THAT IS COMMON AMONG GM VEHICLES WHY WOULD GM NOT HONOR A REPAIR OF A KNOWN FAULTY DESIGN??
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-12-09
- VIN: 5S3ET13M772
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: LOW BEAMS FLASH ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING. THEY DO THIS ON SMOOTH AND BUMPY ROADS, AND WHILE SITTING AT STOP LIGHTS. SOMETIMES ONLY ONE GOES OUT. SOME TIMES IT IS THE RIGHT ONE, AND SOMETIMES THE LEFT, BUT SO FAR IT HAS ONLY BEEN ONE AT A TIME FOR ANY LENGTH OF TIME. TURNING THE LIGHTS ON AND OFF MAKES THEM BOTH COME ON FOR A SHORT PERIOD. THEN ON GOES OUT AGAIN.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-12-15
- VIN: 5S3ET13S372
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 SAAB 9-7X. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE ELECTRICAL CONTROL PANEL FAILED TO FUNCTION. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V406000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY) AND STATED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME TO SCHEDULE THE RECALL REPAIR FOR LONGER THAN A YEAR. THE DEALER DID NOT GIVE A SPECIFIC DATE FOR WHEN THE PART WOULD BECOME AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER COULD NOT PROVIDE AN ESTIMATED DATE FOR WHEN THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WOULD RECEIVE THE RECALL REPAIR. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-08-08
- VIN: 5S3ET13SX72
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 SAAB 9-7X. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE HEADLIGHTS BURNED OUT. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON ONE OCCASION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 135,000.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-11-20
- VIN: 5S3ET13SX72
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 SAAB 9-7X. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V406000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY) SEVERAL MONTHS AGO AND STATED THAT THE PART NEEDED WAS NOT AVAILABLE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIMEFRAME TO SCHEDULE THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER DID NOT GIVE A SPECIFIC DATE FOR WHEN THE PART WOULD BECOME AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING, THE LOW BEAMS FAILED TO WORK. THE DEALER INDICATED THAT THEY WOULD BE ABLE TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WITH A REPLACEMENT PART UNTIL THE PART FOR THE RECALL REPAIR WAS AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT WAS WAITING FOR THE APPOINTMENT TO REMEDY THE FAILURE AND WAS UNABLE TO VERIFY WHEN THE NEW PART FOR THE RECALL WOULD BE AVAILABLE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 60,000. MA 10/22/2015 UPDATED 12/05/2017*CN
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-08-23
- VIN: 5S3ET13M072
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: WE HAVE HEADLIGHTS THAT RANDOMLY GO OUT SINCE WE PURCHASED THIS CAR. IT WAS SERVICED TWICE FOR DRIVER SIDE FRONT DOOR MODULE. I EXPRESSED CONCERN BOTH TIMES ABOUT THE LIGHTS. RECEIVED LETTER IN JAN./15 FOR HEADLIGHT MODULAR RECALL - BUT NO PARTS AVAILABLE AT THAT TIME. NOW NOTIFIED THAT MY CAR IS NOT PART OF THAT RECALL. WELL THE LIGHTS STILL GO OUT PERIODICALLY AND WE HAVE TO DRIVE WITH THE FOG LIGHTS ON. THANK GOD NO ONE HAS BEEN INJURED. *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-03-21
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: AS MY DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING IN ELON NORTH CAROLINA, BOTH HEADLIGHTS FAILED. SHE WAS ABLE TO GET THE HIGH BEAMS TO WORK. SHE TOOK THE CAR THE FOLLOWING DAY TO A GARAGE. THEY CONFIRMED THE LIGHTS WORKED INTERMITTENTLY. MEANING - THEY WOULD TURN OFF FOR NO REASON. WE CALLED SAAB, AT THE 800 NUMBER TO BE TOLD THAT WE HAD XENON LAMPS SO IT WAS NOT A RECALL ITEM. I EXPLAINED THE ISSUE WAS IDENTICAL TO WHAT HAD BEEN REPORTED ON OTHER MODELS. THE REPLY = GM HAD NOT TOLD US WE HAVE TO RECALL THOSE YET. SHE GAVE ME THE NAME OF A DEALER 30 MINUTES AWAY AND TOLD ME WE WERE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE CHARGES. OK THAT IS FINE- BUT I HAVE A HARD TIME BELIEVING THIS IS NOT RELATED TO THE RECALL. READ THE POSTS ON THE INTERNET - IT IS ALL OVER IT FOR THE SAME ISSUE. SOMETHING IS WRONG AND SOMEONE IS GOING TO DIE BECAUSE OF IT. MY DAUGHTER WAS LUCKY. PLEASE LOOK INTO THE LIGHTING ISSUES IN ALL OF THE 9-7X. THANK YOU. *TR
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-10-15
- VIN: 5S3ET13S172
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: THE COMPRESSOR AND/OR SUSPENSION AIR BAGS FOR THE ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM BEGAN TO PERIODICALLY FAIL TO RAISE THE REAR PORTION OF THE VEHICLE. THE PROBLEM CONTINUED TO OCCUR PERIODICALLY ESPECIALLY WHEN THE TEMPERATURE FELL BELOW 35 DEGREES WHICH MADE ME SUSPECT WHETHER THE SYSTEM WAS BUILT TO WITHSTAND COLD TEMPERATURES OVER A PERIOD OF YEARS. CURRENTLY, THE COMPRESSOR AND/OR SUSPENSION AIR BAGS DOES NOT APPEAR TO BE ENGAGING CONSISTENTLY. I HAVE HEARD THIS PROBLEM FROM ENVOY AND TRAILBLAZER OWNERS AS WELL. THANK YOU FOR LOOKING INTO THIS PROBLEM. *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-01-08
- VIN: 5S3ET13M072
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 SAAB 9-7X. WHILE DRIVING AT 75 MPH, THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V406000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY) HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 120,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-01-15
- VIN: 5S3ET13MX72
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 SAAB 9-7X. WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT, THE OIL INDICATOR LIGHT, AND THE "STOP DRIVING VEHICLE, TAKE THE VEHICLE TO A DEALER" INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE COIL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT ALSO NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS BURNING A LOT OF ENGINE OIL AND THERE WAS BLUE SMOKE COMING FROM THE EXHAUST PIPE INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE OR REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 95,000.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-10-21
- VIN: 5S3ET13S572
- Components: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 SAAB 9-7X. WHILE STARING THE VEHICLE, THE SERVICE STABILIZATION UNIT WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 130,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-11-30
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 5S3ET13M672
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2007 SAAB 9-7X. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THERE WAS A POPPING NOISE AND THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED AND NO INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY THE DEALER AND DEEMED TOTALED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 111,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-08-18
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 5S3ET13S572
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY
- Summary: UPON ENTERING MY VEHICLE AND STARTING IT, I ATTEMPTED TO ROLL DOWN THE DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW AND THE WINDOW BEGAN TO SMOKE AND WOULD NOT ROLL UP OR DOWN. NO TROUBLE WITH IT BEFORE HAND. *TR
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-05-13
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 SAAB 9-7X. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE TRACTION CONTROL WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE DECELERATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING BUT THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE RECTIFIED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 82,000. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-06-21
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 SAAB 97. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE FUEL GAUGE WAS INDICATING INCORRECT LEVEL READINGS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 102,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
2007 Saab 9-7x recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 2007 Saab 9-7x.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: Headlamps that do not illuminate reduce the driver's ability to see the roadway and reduce the vehicle's visibility to oncoming vehicles, both of which increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy: 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.
- 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.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 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 Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and the District of Columbia. 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: 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 notified by Isuzu Motors when parts are available. Owners may contact Isuzu customer service at 1-800-255-6727. SAAB owners will be notified by SAAB Cars North America when parts are available and for inquiries, owners may call SAAB customer service at 1-800-955-9007.
Negative 2007 Saab 9-7x car reviews
Positive 2007 Saab 9-7x car reviews
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I hope you're doing well! I just wanted to share my experience with my Saab. I bought it two years ago and, at the beginning, it had some mechanical issues due to the previous owners. However, once I got it fixed, I was pleasantly surprised by how powerful the engine is. Additionally, the interior is quite comfortable.
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This car drives and handles well. When I bought it, it was my 4th SUV and it has been the best. Although it's time for a newer vehicle, I hate to part with it. Unfortunately, SAAB let us down when they went out of business.
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This is a lovely SUV. It looks great and handles like a car.
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My wife and I got the 9-7X 5.3i this past June and we absolutely love it! The styling is fantastic, with a clean front end and a sporty look thanks to the lowered suspension. We always get compliments on how great it looks, definitely better than the other platform-mates.
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Your Saab SUV sounds like a fantastic car to drive! It's great to hear that you find it comfortable and enjoyable to use every day. It's interesting to note that the GM SUV platform may provide greater reliability compared to its Swedish sedan cousins, but only time will tell. Additionally, having an unusual SUV like yours must be a lot of fun, and it's great to hear that you feel it represents a terrific bargain in the used car market. Thank you for sharing your positive experience with your Saab SUV!
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Jon Upton 2024-09-02
We bought this vehicle used in 2011 with around 35000 miles on it. Over the years, we've had a few issues with it, such as the transmission going out in less than two years, the fuel sensor breaking (which we fixed under the recall), and the oil pressure sensor breaking (which we fixed ourselves). We also had to replace the LED brake light in the back for $150, and the cup holder that pops out near the radio broke. Unfortunately, it was poorly designed and can only hold a small can of soda or a small fountain drink, causing spills on the floor. The check tire pressure and service tire monitor lights come on occasionally, even when there's nothing wrong with the tires. Additionally, the traction control sometimes takes effect in the middle of summer. We did have some issues with the power seats, but we found that hitting the front of the seat hard would make it work again. The cup holders in the front and back were also poorly designed, making it difficult to hold larger drinks. The jack is located underneath the middle seats, which can be inconvenient if you have a car seat back there. Overall, we've had some minor issues with the vehicle, but we still enjoy driving it.The vehicle has some great features such as a powerful engine, memory seats, a spacious cargo area, a built-in air compressor, and great towing capacity. Although we are switching to a van, we still have this vehicle. However, we have noticed some issues with the transmission and feel that it may need to be repaired soon.
Josue Maggio 2024-05-08
It's really frustrating when you can't find spare keys, isn't it?
Erick Koss 2024-03-04
I took a look at the GMC Envoy Denali and SLT with the 4.2 engine. I noticed a significant difference between the Denali and the SLT with the 4.2 engine. The Saab 9-7x, on the other hand, offers a comfortable and smooth ride that falls right in between the Envoy Denali and SLT. The 9-7x provides a more luxurious experience than the Envoy SLT, and its lower profile and larger wheels make a noticeable difference in ride and handling. Unless you plan on going off-road, I would highly recommend choosing the 9-7x over its GM counterparts. It's important to note that the quality and fit and finish are still GM, so it's not quite on par with a Lexus.
Adan Breitenberg 2024-02-25
I have owned three SAABs in the past and have always loved them. However, my recent purchase of the 9-7X has been a major disappointment. I had hoped that this car would provide enough space for the tall men in my life to travel comfortably, and while the space is great and comfy, the car has had multiple major issues. Additionally, it is sluggish when going uphill and has poor gas mileage. Despite these issues, the DVD and multi-CD players are sweet, and the on-board air-compressor is a great asset. Unfortunately, the car has spent more time in the dealership garage than on the road with me, and has cost me a lot of time and money. I am looking forward to trading it in soon!