The problem
Vehicle description: passsenger vehicles. Failures of the "easy entry" cable in the front driver or passenger manual seats can cause the seat fore/aft adjustable mechanism to be unlocked.
The risk
Since the anchor points for the lap portion of the front safety belts are attached to the seat assembly, release of the fore/aft locking mechanism reduces the restraint capability of the safety belts in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will install a new cable and spring assembly.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 99V-246 (99V246000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 710 |
| Manufacturer | SAAB CARS USA, INC. |
| Component | Seats |
| Report date | September 13, 1999 |
| Owners notified | October 15, 1999 |
| Vehicles affected | 5,132 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seats
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 99V-246 repair free?
Yes. Saab dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install a new cable and spring assembly.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 5,132 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.