2011 SAAB 9-4X — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
4
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
2
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2011 SAAB 9-4X
The 2011 SAAB 9-4X has received a total of 4 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SUSPENSION:REAR. 2 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Air Bags (1 complaint), Power Train (1 complaint), and Suspension (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2011 SAAB 9-4X
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2011 SAAB 9-4X, potentially affecting up to 670,739 vehicles.
Recall 21V473000 — SUSPENSION:REAR
| 380,498 vehicles affected
Defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2016 Cadillac SRX and 2011-2012 Saab 9-4X vehicles. The rear suspension toe link adjuster may not have been tightened properly, which could result in a loose toe link.
Consequence: A loose toe link can separate and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised to not drive their vehicle if they experience certain Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) warnings or other issues, such as unusual steering behavior, while driving. Please see the Part 573 report for the full list of warnings. Dealers...
View full details →Recall 14V571000 — SUSPENSION:REAR
| 290,241 vehicles affected
Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Cadillac SRX vehicles manufactured April 14, 2009, to September 1, 2014, and 2011-2012 Saab 9-4X vehicles manufactured February 1, 2011, to September 13, 2011. On the affected vehicles, the jam nut in the rear suspension toe adjuster link may not be torqued to the proper specification. A loose toe adjuster...
Consequence: Failure of the toe adjuster link could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the left and right rear toe link adjuster lock nuts, and replace the parts if there is evidence of damage or a loose link, free of charge. The The...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2011 SAAB 9-4X
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2011 SAAB 9-4X. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2011 Saab 9-4X. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V473000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the "Check Rear Axle" warning light was illuminated. The dealer was made aware of the recall and informed the contact after speaking with the manufacturer that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 35,000.
AIRBAG SENSOR IS ON INTERMITTANT . IF FRONT PASSENGER SEAT IS EMPTY, BACK SEAT SIDE RAIL AIRBAG WILL NOT INFLATE. NEEDS SOFTWARE UPGRADE. (JUST LIKE 2011 CADILLAC SRX). WHILE MOTOR ON.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 SAAB 9-4X. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO SHIFT INTO PARK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 11V595000 (POWER TRAIN). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 75,000.
WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF ANY RECALLS. YOUR WEBSITE DOES NOT LIST THE CAR. *TR
Safety Rating for the 2011 SAAB 9-4X
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2011 SAAB 9-4X in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2011 SAAB 9-4X
General Motors, LLC has issued 2 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2011 SAAB 9-4X. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
14457B — SUSPENSION
Rear Toe Link Adjuster Lock Nut Torque
14457B — EQUIPMENT
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2011 SAAB 9-4X
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the SAAB 9-4X
- 2011 SAAB 9-4X (current)
- 2012 SAAB 9-4X — 0 complaints