The problem
During static testing of belt anchorage points, the outboard attachment plate being used in the testing deformed and detached from the seat anchorage. This does not comply with FMVSS no. 209, "seat belt assemblies" and no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."
The risk
Consequence of non-compliance: the belt May not latch properly increasing the risk of injury to an occupant should a vehicle crash occur.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the safety belt assemblies for the date of manufacture. Any assembly with date year 96 week 10 day 2 will be replaced.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 96V-077 (96V077000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | SAAB CARS USA, INC. |
| Component | Seat belts › Front › Anchorage |
| Report date | May 3, 1996 |
| Owners notified | May 15, 1996 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,058 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seat belts
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 96V-077 repair free?
Yes. Saab dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the safety belt assemblies for the date of manufacture. Any assembly with date year 96 week 10 day 2 will be replaced.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,058 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.