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2008 Saab 9-7X 5.3i

5S3ET13M782801455

Vehicle history report for the 2008 Saab 9-7X 5.3i (VIN 5S3ET13M782801455). Black. 108,228 mi reported. Registered in Pa. 1 open safety recall. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.

2008 Saab 9-7X 5.3i, Black, Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV] — representative vehicle photo for VIN 5S3ET13M782801455
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At a glance

Reported mileage108,228 mi
LocationPa, USA
ColorBlack
Last listed price$7,100
Open recalls1

Vehicle identity & specifications

Make
Saab
Model
9-7X
Year
2008
Trim
5.3i
Body style
Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
Vehicle type
MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Engine
5.3L 8-cyl
Cylinders
8
Fuel type
Gasoline
Doors
4
Assembly plant
MORAINE, OHIO, UNITED STATES (USA)
Manufacturer
GENERAL MOTORS LLC

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Safety recalls 1

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

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…

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.

NHTSA Campaign #15V519000 · 14/08/2015
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Common problems & what to inspect

Based on 22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Saab 9-7X, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.

🔥 1 involved a fire

Exterior Lighting 9 reports

🔍 Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.

Electrical System 3 reports

🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Engine 3 reports

🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Electronic Stability Control (esc) 2 reports

🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Air Bags 2 reports

🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Power Train 1 report

🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Pre-purchase checklist

Owner complaints 22

Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2008 Saab 9-7X.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

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 *TR

NHTSA ODI #11325387

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

DIM HEAD LIGHTS, I HAVE TO USE THE HIGH BEAM LIGHT TO SEE PROPERLY ESPECIALLY ON HIGHWAY OR POORLY LIT AREAS.

NHTSA ODI #11170071

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

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…

NHTSA ODI #10949208

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

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.

NHTSA ODI #10936479

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE

"TAKATA RECALL" PURCHASED FROM EASTCHESTER CHRYSLER JEEP DODGR DEALERSHIP IN BRONX, NY 10486 , ON FEB. 28, 2015, ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON DASHBOARD INDICATING A POSSIBLE PROBLEM. I TOOK IT BACK APPROXIMATELY 7X TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIR AND APPROXIMATELY 8 ADDITIONAL TIMES AT OTHER MECHANICS. UNFORTUNATELY, LIGHT CONTINUES TODAY. BOTH HEADLIGHTS WERE …

NHTSA ODI #10903590

EXTERIOR LIGHTING,AIR BAGS

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 SAAB 9-7X. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE HEADLIGHTS SHUT OFF. THE CONTACT TURNED THE HEADLIGHTS OFF AND ON. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 73,000.

NHTSA ODI #10887581

POWER TRAIN

WHILE DRIVING THE CAR IT CUTS OFF WHILE IN THE DRIVE GEAR. THIS HAPPENED 4 TIMES, TWICE WHILE DRIVING ON THE BELTWAY ALL WITHIN A 3 WEEK PERIOD. I HAVE E TO PUT THE CAR IN PARK AND WAIT ABOUT 2 MINUTES THEN START IT UP AGAIN. I WAS SCARED TO DRIVE THE CAR AFTER THE SECOND TIME STOPPING ON THE BELTWAY, SO I HAD THE CAR TOWED TO THE SHOP. THIS WAS VERY DAN…

NHTSA ODI #10885616

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

THE SERVICE STABILI TRAC LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON I ALSO HAD A 06 TRAILBLAZER SAME THING PAID 300.00 TO FIX IT AND KEPT DOING IT.

NHTSA ODI #10870362

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