Most common 2002 Saab 95 problems
Share of the 12 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 2002 Saab 95 owners say
Electrical system
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 Saab 95. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle stalled on a major highway. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The failure was diagnosed by an authorized dealer who stated to repair the direct ignition cassette. The failure recurred multiple times after it was repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 48000.
While driving at 60 MPH all the electrical power to the vehicle shut down. A few seconds later the vehicle stalled on the highway. This has happened twice with this vehicle. The first time the dealer replaced the TCM module and the second time the crank shaft sensor was replaced. The manufacturer is aware of the problem. The consumer stated the vehicle stalled a third time.
Engine & cooling
While driving on the new jersey turnpike at 70 MPH the engine shut down, and vehicle lost power. Consumer took vehicle to dealer, and computer was replaced. However, vehicle continued to shut down..in spring of 2004 .general sales automotive cover dealer of westchester, pennsylvania told consumer that the problem was due to carbon buildup in the engine. They cleaned the cylinder, and told consumer that this wasn't under warranty. This cost consumer approximately $500.00. Despite the cylinder's being cleaned vehicle continued to stall/hesitate at speed of 35-45 MPH. Brought vehicle back to dealer in April 2005, and was informed by dealer that they weren't able to duplicate the problem. The consumer feel as though this is a frustrating situation and feels it is unsafe with these recurring problems.
While driving to work 28 April 2006 my 2002 Saab 9-6 b308 v6 engine car began sputtering and the engine light came on. I made it into the parking lot where I work then proceeded to call a Saab dealership. Saab dealership mechanic stated that the car's computer put itself into "lame" mode and that the car was safe to drive to dealership (15 miles away)and that it was probably an ignition module. I simply pulled car onto the parking lot and it sputtered to a stop/stall, smoke came from the hood and it wouldn't restart. I had the car towed to the dealership. After the car had arrived at the dealership I was notified by the dealership that the defective part was an ignition module. …
2002 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 | 5-speed automatic | FWD | 18 / 27 / 21 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 5-speed automatic | FWD | 16 / 24 / 19 |
EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2002 Saab 95 a good car?
Based on 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2002 95 rates average: 37% fewer complaints than a typical year of the 95 at the same age. It is one of the best 95 years by this measure. 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 2002 Saab 95?
The electrical system — 6 complaints, 50% of all complaints for this model year, most often about ignition. Next are the engine & cooling (5) and fuel & propulsion system (2).
How many recalls does the 2002 Saab 95 have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2002 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 2002 Saab 95 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 48,000 miles; 57% 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.