Most common 2011 Saab 9-4X problems
Share of the 5 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Saab 9-4X complaints by model year
2011 Saab 9-4X recalls (2)
Suspension › Rear
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2016 Cadillac SRX and 2011-2012 Saab 9-4X vehicles. The rear suspension toe link adjuster may not have been tightened properly, which could result in a loose toe link.
Remedy: Owners are advised to not drive their vehicle if they experience certain Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) warnings or other issues, such as unusual steering behavior, while driving.
Suspension › Rear
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Cadillac SRX vehicles manufactured April 14, 2009, to September 1, 2014, and 2011-2012 Saab 9-4X vehicles manufactured February 1, 2011, to September 13, 2011.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the left and right rear toe link adjuster lock nuts, and replace the parts if there is evidence of damage or a loose link, free of charge.
2011 Saab 9-4X engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6-cyl | 6-speed automatic | FWD | 18 / 24 / 20 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl | 6-speed automatic | AWD | 17 / 22 / 19 |
| 2.8L 6-cyl turbo | 6-speed automatic | AWD | 16 / 22 / 18 |
EPA ratings. Class: SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2011 Saab 9-4X a good car?
That is a low number of complaints for a car on sale this long. So far owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.
What is the most common problem with the 2011 Saab 9-4X?
The transmission & drivetrain — 1 complaint, 20% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the air bags (1) and suspension (1).
How many recalls does the 2011 Saab 9-4X have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2011 Saab 9-4X, the most recent from June 24, 2021 (rear). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do 2011 Saab 9-4X problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 75,000 miles; 33% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
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.