NHTSA — Exterior Lighting Problems

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
51,375 miles

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2008 Saab 9-7X lights problems

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2008 Saab 9-7X Owner Comments

problem #8

Jan 062015

9-7X 6-cyl

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

There is not a dealership that is able to fix the recall on my vehicle that is near me. GM recall #: 15037 NHTSA # 15V519 date issued: Jan 06, 2015 recall title: Recall 15037 - headlamp driver module recall status: Incomplete

- Fort Worth, TX, USA

problem #7

May 112018

9-7X

  • 0 miles
Dim head lights, I have to use the high beam light to see properly especially on highway or poorly lit areas.

- Brooklyn, NY, USA

problem #6

Apr 012016

9-7X 8-cyl

  • 70,000 miles
There is a recall for certain 2008 97X models, recall number 15V519000. The headlights come on when driving, but then flicker and go out, causing a huge safety issue. This is happening to my car, but Saab tells me my VIN is not included. The recall should be extended to include all 2008 97X model. At this time, some owners are getting it fixed for free and others, like me will have to pay for it.

- Aston, PA, USA

problem #5

Dec 202016

9-7X

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Called 800 ^ the said they would call when part was available, 6 months later received second letter call local dealer in may of 2016 said they would call when part was in. Still haven't received a call.safty recall # 14291/15037.

- Weston, WI, USA

problem #4

Dec 172015

9-7X

  • 153,000 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Saab 9-7X. The contact stated that the headlamps independently failed. In addition, when the fog lights were activated any other electrical system was in use, the vehicle would shut down. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it could not be diagnosed; however, the mechanic stated that the bulb needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred more than ten times. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 15V519000 (exterior lighting). The failure mileage was approximately 153,000.

- Fort Worth, TX, USA

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problem #3

Jan 052015

9-7X

  • miles
The contact owns a 2008 Saab 9-7X. While driving at various speeds, the driver side headlights failed to illuminate. The contact received a notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14V755000 (exterior lighting); however, the part for the recall was not available. 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 unknown. Parts distribution disconnect.

- Fort Worth, TX, USA

problem #2

Jun 092015

9-7X

  • 106,000 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Saab 9-7X. After starting the vehicle, the headlights failed to function when activated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the lamp control relay fuse was replaced on two separate occasions. In addition, there was damage to the fuse box and the head lamp driver module melted. There were no flames present. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14V755000 (exterior lighting); however, the vehicle had not been serviced due to the remedy being under development. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 106,000.

- Glendale, WI, USA

problem #1

Mar 052015

9-7X 6-cyl

  • 82,000 miles
Mar 5, 2015 - backing up in driveway early morning, low beam headlights went out. Tried high beams, they didn't work either. Running lights and fog lights are on, just no low/high beams. Cannot leave for work in morning until it gets light, cannot stay out in evening because car has no lights. Local dealers say Saab 2008 9-7X not in recall, but NHTSA site says otherwise, and Saab cust service confirms. Cannot get local dealer to fix unless I pay first, and no fix guaranteed due to Saab not having resolved issue yet. I should not have to fix this car if it's manufacturers poor design.

- Richfield, OH, USA

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