The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The tie rod end retaining nuts May not have been properly tightened at the factory.
The risk
The nut could loosen and fall off resulting in a sudden reduction or loss of steering control.
The fix
All vehicles will be inspected and corrected prior to customer delivery. No owner notification will be required.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 01V-314 (01V314000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | SAAB CARS USA, INC. |
| Component | Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly |
| Report date | October 3, 2001 |
| Owners notified | September 28, 2001 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,366 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the steering
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 01V-314 repair free?
Yes. Saab dealers will fix the problem at no cost: All vehicles will be inspected and corrected prior to customer delivery. No owner notification will be required.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,366 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.