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2005 Saab 9-7X Arc

5S3ET13M952800349

Vehicle history report for the 2005 Saab 9-7X Arc (VIN 5S3ET13M952800349). Black, sport utility vehicle [suv]/multipurpose vehicle [mpv], 5.3L 8-cyl, gasoline. 100,064 mi reported. Registered in Nj. 2 open safety recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.

2005 Saab 9-7X Arc, Black, Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV] — representative vehicle photo for VIN 5S3ET13M952800349
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At a glance

Reported mileage100,064 mi
LocationNj, USA
ColorBlack
Last listed price$2,300
Open recalls2

Vehicle identity & specifications

Make
Saab
Model
9-7X
Year
2005
Trim
Arc
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 2

VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

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 p…

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

NHTSA Campaign #14V404000 · 02/07/2014

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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 functio…

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

NHTSA Campaign #13V248000 · 13/06/2013
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Common problems & what to inspect

Based on 25 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2005 Saab 9-7X, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.

🔥 2 involved a fire

Electrical System 7 reports

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

Exterior Lighting 7 reports

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

Suspension 2 reports

🔍 Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

Visibility 1 report

🔍 Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.

Visibility/wiper 1 report

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

Structure 1 report

🔍 Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

Pre-purchase checklist

Owner complaints 25

Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2005 Saab 9-7X.

SUSPENSION,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY

The contact owns a 2005 Saab 9-7X. The contact stated that the fog lights independently turned on and failed to turn off. Upon starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was restarted, and the sound went away. The contact also stated that the rear suspension was sagging. There were no warning lights illuminated. Up…

NHTSA ODI #11704147

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

MANUFACTURER: GENERAL MOTORS LLC MFR'S REPORT DATE: AUG 15, 2012 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 12V406000 NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: EA12004 COMPONENT: VISIBILITY, POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS WAS ADVISED IN 2015 THAT THE DRIVERS DOOR MODULE WAS UNDER RECALL AS A FIRE HAZARD. IT WAS REPLACED. THE REPLACEMENT MODULE STARTED ON FIRE. THE LOCAL DEALER …

Fire · NHTSA ODI #11088922

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

THE HEADLIGHTS JUST WENT OUT WITHOUT ANY WARNING. THE HIGHBEAMS, FOG LIGHTS AND SIDE MARKERS WILL GO ON. THE HEADLIGHTSL TURNED OFF WITHOUT WARNING AS I WAS THANKFULLY JUST PULLING OUT OF MY STREET. HOWEVER IT IS A MAIN ST WITH ALOT OF ACTIVITY DURING CERTAIN TIMES THANKFULLY THAT WAS NOT ONE OF THEM.

NHTSA ODI #10939031

EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY/WIPER

THE HEADLIGHTS WILL GO OFF WHILE DRIVING. I WAS DRIVING OUT OF MY GYM PARKING LOT AT 10PM. ON A ICY NIGHT. THEY WILL NOT TURN BACK ON. HOWEVER THE HIGHBEAMS, FOG LIGHTS SIDE MARKERS WORK. VERY DANGEROUS AND SAFETY IS DEFINITELY AT RISK NOT ONLY FOR MYSELF BUT FOR MY CHILDREN. THERE IS A RECALL FOR THIS ON THE 2006 MODEL. SOMEONE MAY HAVE RECEIVED THE WRONG …

NHTSA ODI #10939042

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,SEATS

MY FAMILY AND I WERE OUT ON A SATURDAY EVENING ON 6/11/16. WE STOPPED TO GRAB A SLICE OF PIZZA FROM ONE OF OUR FAMOUS DOWNTOWN PIZZA PLACES. AS WE SAT IN THE CAR EATING OUR PIZZA, WE NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE RIGHT SIDE VENTS AND DASH BOARD. WE IMMEDIATELY JUMPED OUT OF THE CAR. WELL, AFTER SMOKE, WE SAW FIRE. THE CAR WAS DESTROYED. THE HOOD, DASHB…

Fire · NHTSA ODI #10876194

AIR BAGS

TAKATA RECALL SENSOR HAS GONE OFF AND WILL NOT TURN OFF.

NHTSA ODI #10854128

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT THE HEADLIGHTS WERE SET ON AUTOMATIC MODE WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THEY WENT OUT AND I TRIED TO TURN THEM TO THE REGULAR ON POSITION AND THEY DID NOT COME ON, THE HIGH BEAMS DID NOT WORK EITHER. THIS HAS HAPPENED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS AND FROM WHAT I READ ON LINE I'M NOT THE ONLY ONE THAT HAS THIS ISSUE. I BELIEVE THE RECALL SHOULD INCLUDE…

NHTSA ODI #10733342

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

AS I WAS DRIVING MY LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS WILL TURN OFF. THEY WILL NOT RESET OR COME BACK ON. FOG LAMPS AND HIGH BEAMS WORK FINE. I HAVE SEEN RECALLS FOR THIS ISSUE IN THE 2006 MODEL. BUT IT SEEMS AS IF THE 2005 MODEL HAS THE SAME CONCERN.

NHTSA ODI #10723839

+ 17 more complaints on record.

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