Most common 2001 Saab 95 problems
Share of the 22 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Saab 95 complaints by model year
Best 95 years: 2002. Years to avoid: 2001. Compare all years →
What 2001 Saab 95 owners say
Electrical system
Turbo malfunction at a cost of $455.00 and also engine filter box.vehicle still not running correctly.will only go at speed of 25 MPH.repaired on 03/27/2018.started out smoking all over the place from exhaust.was told turbo went bad.I think a lot of these cars have this problem as I read on forums(Saab,).that I have since joined.the Saab has 139,000 miles..I was driving on a city street at speed around 35mph.started to smoke heavy,but once out of city as long as I drove 50 MPH on highway smoke was dispersed from wind and made it home but when stopping for red light would buck and try to shut off.smoke not good for environment......
I own a 2001 Saab 95 se v6. Was driving down the nj tpk and the car lost power and had a small electrical like fire under the hood. Had to get the car towed from the nj turnpike off and then again to my place in bensalem pa. Total cost $77 + 66. Found out that the di cassette burned out, cost me approx $600 to fix. A day later the cat converter fails (check engine light came on again). This is certainly due to di cassette burning out. Very frustrating for a car with only 60K miles on it.
Engine & cooling
I own a 2001 Saab 95 se v6. Was driving down the nj tpk and the car lost power and had a small electrical like fire under the hood. Had to get the car towed from the nj turnpike off and then again to my place in bensalem pa. Total cost $77 + 66. Found out that the di cassette burned out, cost me approx $600 to fix. A day later the cat converter fails (check engine light came on again). This is certainly due to di cassette burning out. Very frustrating for a car with only 60K miles on it.
After bringing in to dearler many times for "engine light" and being told it was nothing I proceeded with maintenance.due to late oil change dealer claims, after oil change, and complaint from me that there was a flutter sound in the system; they offer to repair for approx 3500 with no guarantee. My car is not abused and is new. After discussing with outside repair it seems this is a problem due to the oil used by Saab. Apparently there are presently six other vehicles at outside repair shops changing oil brand and flushing for perfect results. Those outside sources charge approx $350. Personally I have only owned new vehicles over the past twenty years. All first quality: Honda, BMW, Volvo, Jaguar, Saab,
2001 Saab 95 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | 5-speed manual | FWD | 19 / 28 / 22 |
| 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 18 / 27 / 21 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 17 / 24 / 19 |
EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2001 Saab 95 a good car?
Based on 22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2001 95 rates use caution: 1.5× as many complaints as a typical year of the 95 at the same age. It is one of the 95 years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 Saab 95?
The electrical system — 8 complaints, 36% of all complaints for this model year, most often about ignition. Next are the engine & cooling (6) and wheels & tires (2).
How many recalls does the 2001 Saab 95 have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2001 Saab 95. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Saab 95?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2002. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2001. See the full Saab 95 years comparison.
At what mileage do 2001 Saab 95 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 55,000 miles; 50% 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.