The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The air bag alert label on the driver side visor was omitted. This does not conform to the requirements of FMVSS no. 208, "occupant crash protection."
The risk
The vehicle occupant May not properly understand the operation of the air bag system and the need to use seat belts.
The fix
Owners will be provided with an alert label to be installed on the visible side of the driver's sun visor. If an owner so desires, their dealer can install the label for them.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 98V-139 (98V139000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | SAAB CARS USA, INC. |
| Component | Equipment › Other › Labels |
| Report date | June 23, 1998 |
| Owners notified | September 1, 1998 |
| Vehicles affected | 39,313 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Plus 1 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the equipment & accessories
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 98V-139 repair free?
Yes. Saab dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Owners will be provided with an alert label to be installed on the visible side of the driver's sun visor. If an owner so desires, their dealer can install the label for them.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 39,313 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.