Model year guide

2010 Saab 9-5

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2010 Saab 9-5 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 20 on record.

2010 Saab 9-5 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2010 Saab 9-5 at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints2

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2010 Saab 9-5 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2010 Saab 9-5.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2010 Saab 9-5 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

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

Dimensions & weight

Length
190.6 in
Width
70.5 in
Height
57.1–57.9 in
Wheelbase
106.3 in
Curb weight
2,855–2,978 lb
Front track
59.4 in
Rear track
59.8–60.2 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2010 Saab 9-5 — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 523

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 523.

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

Bulletin PIP4902W · Sep 2026

This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.

Bulletin PIT3271Q · Apr 2026

This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.

Bulletin PIP6104 · Mar 2026

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

Bulletin PIP4902V · Mar 2026

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

Bulletin PIP4902U · Jan 2026

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer’s vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the support of General M…

Bulletin PIT5214G · Nov 2025

New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH

Bulletin 13598 · Sep 2025

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an intermittent no crank, no start, or start stall concern with the security light coming on. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes B3055, B3060,…

Bulletin PIC5650M · Aug 2025

This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.

Bulletin PIP5601C · Jul 2025

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

Bulletin PIP4902S · Jun 2025

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the 9-5 FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Saab 9-5

The Saab 9-5 is an executive car, manufactured and marketed by Saab from 1997 to 2012, across two generations.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2010 Saab 9-5 trims & engines on record

Trims
Aero
Engines
2.8L 6-cyl

2010 Saab 9-5 vehicles on record

Other Saab 9-5 model years

2010 Saab 9-5 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2010 Saab 9-5 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2010 Saab 9-5. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Saab 9-5?

Across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, visibility.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.