The 2011 Saab 9-3 has a low safety risk profile with 4 recall campaigns and 30 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

11E0090002011-28-02

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

TI AUTOMOTIVE IS RECALLING CERTAIN FUEL PUMPS, PART NUMBERS TU456 AND TU303, SOLD UNDER VARIOUS BRAND NAMES AS AFTERMARKET AND REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE MOTOR VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMP MAY SEIZE, STOPPING THE FUEL FLOW TO THE ENGINE CREATING A STALLING CONDITION.

A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR SHOULD THE ENGINE STALL WHILE IN USE.

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11V0150002011-19-01

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

SAAB IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 AND 2011 PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 2010 THROUGH DECEMBER 2010. CERTAIN FUEL PUMPS INSTALLED AS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT MAY HAVE INTERNAL COMPONENTS WITH INCORRECT SPECIFICATIONS.

THE SUBJECT FUEL PUMPS CAN SEIZE CAUSING THE ENGINE TO STALL WHICH INCREASES THE RISK OF A CRASH.

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14V3180002014-12-06

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2011 Saab 9-3 Convertible vehicles manufactured July 30, 2003, to February 15, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the driver's side front seat belt retractor may break, causing the seat belt webbing not to retract.

In the event of a crash, a seat belt that has not retracted may not properly restrain the seat occupant, increasing their risk of injury.

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16V0630002016-03-02

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 Saab 9-3 vehicles manufactured May 31, 2002, to February 15, 2011, 2006-2009 Saab 9-5 vehicles manufactured June 7, 2005, to May 28, 2009, and 2008-2009 Saturn Astra vehicles manufactured April 11, 2007, to July 24, 2008. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 30 owners have filed complaints about the 2011 Saab 9-3. AIR BAGS issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Air Bags23

02Air Bags,seat Belts2

03Seat Belts1

04Engine1

05Suspension,unknown Or Other1

30 total across 1 model years (2011–2011)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Saab 9-3 Fuel Economy

20–24mpg combined

17-21city

26-30hwy

$1,800-$2,200/yr

Across 10 configurations, the 2011 Saab 9-3 returns 20–24 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim

9-3 Sport Sedan - Manual 6-spd

24mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

21 city30 hwy~$1,800/yr-1/10 Poor

9-3 SportCombi - Manual 6-spd

24mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

21 city30 hwy~$1,800/yr-1/10 Poor

9-3 Convertible - Manual 6-spd

23mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

20 city28 hwy~$1,900/yr-1/10 Poor

9-3 Sedan AWD - Manual 6-spd

23mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

20 city29 hwy~$1,900/yr-1/10 Poor

9-3X SportCombi AWD - Manual 6-spd

23mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

20 city29 hwy~$1,900/yr-1/10 Poor

9-3 Sport Sedan - Automatic (S5)

22mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

19 city27 hwy~$2,000/yr-1/10 Poor

9-3 Convertible - Automatic (S5)

21mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

19 city26 hwy~$2,100/yr-1/10 Poor

9-3 SportCombi - Automatic (S5)

21mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

19 city26 hwy~$2,100/yr-1/10 Poor

9-3 Sedan AWD - Automatic (S6)

20mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

17 city27 hwy~$2,200/yr-1/10 Poor

9-3X SportCombi AWD - Automatic (S6)

20mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

17 city27 hwy~$2,200/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2011 Saab 9-3

22States

38%in top 3

13% of the market sits in Pennsylvania, though listings span 22 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

PAPennsylvania

813%

NCNorth Carolina

813%

FLFlorida

813%

DEDelaware

711%

MIMichigan

58%

MOMissouri

35%

AZArizona

23%

NJNew Jersey

23%

WAWashington

23%

NYNew York

23%

GAGeorgia

23%

OROregon

23%

DCWashington DC

23%

CACalifornia

23%

MAMassachusetts

12%

UTUtah

12%

MNMinnesota

12%

ILIllinois

12%

RI1

WI1

CT1

TN1

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2011.

2011 Saab 9-3: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2011 Saab 9-3 a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2011 Saab 9-3. There are 4 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2011 Saab 9-3?

Yes, 4 recalls on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2011 Saab 9-3?

Fuel economy ranges from 20 to 24 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $438 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2011 Saab 9-3?

AIR BAGS problems top the list with 30 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2011 compare to other Saab 9-3 years?

Each Saab 9-3 model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Saab 9-3 overview page.