Does the 1988 Saab 900 have any recalls?

The 1988 Saab 900 has 2 recalls on file with NHTSA, including issues with suspension:front:control arm:lower arm.

How many complaints have been filed for the 1988 Saab 900?

18 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1988 Saab 900.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 1988 Saab 900?

There is 1 technical service bulletin (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 1988 Saab 900.

1988 Saab 900 Service and Repair Manual

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1988 Saab 900 service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Built for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to diagnose problems faster.

What’s included

Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
Specifications and reference data (where provided)
Electrical coverage with wiring diagrams
Coverage across key systems: engine, transmission, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more

Trims covered

Base Sedan 4-Door
Turbo Convertible 2-Door
SPG Hatchback 2-Door
S Sedan 4-Door
S Hatchback 2-Door
Turbo Hatchback 2-Door
Base Hatchback 2-Door

Engines covered

2.0L 1985CC l4 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2.0L 1985CC l4 GAS DOHC Turbocharged
2.0L 1985CC l4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

1988 Saab 900 Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #88V14900007/09/1988Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

BOLTS USED IN THE ATTACHMENTS OF THE FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM CONTROL ARMS MAY BE DEFECTIVE.

Consequence

IF MORE THAN ONE OF THE THREE BOLTS SHOULD FAIL, LOWERFRONT CONTROL ARM COULD COME LOOSE LEADING TO

Remedy

REPLACE BOLTS WITH PROPER SPECIFICATION BOLTS.

NHTSA #88V17300001/11/1988Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH

WIRING HARNESS MAY CHAFE AGAINST SHARP EDGES UNDER THE DASHBOARD AND AGAINST A SUPPORT UNDER THE REAR SEAT (1988 MODELS ONLY).

Consequence

THIS COULD CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT; THE RESULTING HEATBUILDUP COULD CAUSE SMOKE OR A FIRE IN THE PASSE

Remedy

INSTALL RUBBER PROTECTIVE STRIPS TO SHARP EDGES AND COMPLETELY ENCASE WIRE HARNESS IN A PROTECTIVE P

TSB #604154

INFORMATION ON INSTALLING LARGER FUEL SYSTEM NON-RETURN VALVES. *TT

19961021Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLCrash reported1 injured

SUDDEN ACCELERATION, CAUSING ACCIDENT/INJURY.

19961018Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINEFire reported

ENGINE MOTOR MOUNTS BROKE, CAUSING A FIRE, IN FOR REPAIRS TWICE. *AK

20010105Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM

FRONT LEFT CONTROL ARM BROKE PULLING OUT OF DRIVEWAY CAUSING LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, WHEEL TO FALL OFF AND CAUSING DAMAGE TO SHOCK, WHEEL BEARING AND C.V. JOINT. *AK

20001106Component: SEATS

DRIVER'S SEAT ANCHORING BRACKET WHICH ATTACHES TO SEAT BASE BROKE AWAY FROM THE ATTACHMENT BOLT. ODOMETER BECAME INOPERABLE AND THIS SEEMS TO BE THE CASE ON MOST PRE-1990 MODELS AS STATED BY MECHANIC

20001106Component: POWER TRAIN

DRIVER'S SEAT ANCHORING BRACKET WHICH ATTACHES TO SEAT BASE BROKE AWAY FROM THE ATTACHMENT BOLT. ODOMETER BECAME INOPERABLE AND THIS SEEMS TO BE THE CASE ON MOST PRE-1990 MODELS AS STATED BY MECHANIC

Showing the 5 most serious of 18 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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