The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The instructions for properly aiming the headlighting system were omitted. This does not meet the requirements of FMVSS no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
The risk
If the headlamp assemblies are replaced, customers May not be able to properly aim the headlights.
The fix
Owners will be sent aiming instructions, and directions for affixing these inserts to the owner guides. If an owner so desires, a dealer can affix the inserts in their owner guide for them.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 98V-038 (98V038000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | SAAB CARS USA, INC. |
| Component | Exterior lighting › Headlights |
| Report date | February 24, 1998 |
| Owners notified | June 15, 1998 |
| Vehicles affected | 92,505 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the lights
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 98V-038 repair free?
Yes. Saab dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Owners will be sent aiming instructions, and directions for affixing these inserts to the owner guides. If an owner so desires, a dealer can affix the inserts in their owner guide for them.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 92,505 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.