Recall 11V015000: 2010–2011 Saab 9-3
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jan 19, 2011
- Vehicles affected
- 4,400
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Saab is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 passenger vehicles manufactured from june 2010 through december 2010. Certain fuel pumps installed as original equipment may have internal components with incorrect specifications.
The risk
The subject fuel pumps can seize causing the engine to stall which increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Saab will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. The safety recall began on march 3, 2011. Owners may contact saab at 1-800-955-9007.
Notes
Saab's recall campaign number is 15029.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Affected vehicles
- 2010 Saab 9-3
- 2011 Saab 9-3
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 11V015000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 15029
- Manufacturer
- SAAB CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Owner letters
- Mar 3, 2011
- Components
- Fuel system, other:delivery:fuel pump (Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology