2003 Saab 9-3 Review

2003 Saab 9-3 is a Sedan 4-dr style car measuring 182.50 in length and 56.80 in height. Made in Sweden, 2003 Saab 9-3 has 4 trims priced by the manufacturer at 25,995 with just total of 5 recalls in the past 2003 Saab 9-3. It’s seating 5 people with 4 doors and a rank size of 16.40 gallon. The engine is 2.0L L4 DOHC 16V TURBO and uses 22 - 23 of gasoline in the city and 22 - 23 on highways.

Make: Saab
Model: 9-3
Trims Available: 4
Location: SWEDEN
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Engine: 2.0L L4 DOHC 16V TURBO
Transmission: 5A
Driveline: FWD
Seats: 5
MSRP: $25,995 USD
MPG: 22 - 23 City / 31 HWY
Tires: 215/55R15
Tank Size: 16 gallon

Saab 9-3 2003 Trims

2003 Saab 9-3 Linear

Engine: 2.0L L4 DOHC 16V TURBO
Transmission: 5A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 22 - 23 City / 31 HWY

2003 Saab 9-3 SE Convertible

Engine: 2.0L L4 DOHC 16V TURBO
Transmission: 4A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: CONVERTIBLE 2-DR
Seating: 4
MPG: 21 - 22 City / 29 - 32 HWY

2003 Saab 9-3 Arc

Engine: 2.0L L4 DOHC 16V TURBO
Transmission: 5A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 22 City / 31 HWY

2003 Saab 9-3 Vector

Engine: 2.0L L4 DOHC 16V TURBO
Transmission: 5A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 22 City / 31 HWY

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Safety and Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

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* National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

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* Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

Safety & Recalls

Recall 04V226000 started on /Date(1084248000000-0400)/.

Summary: SOME SPORT SEDANS WERE BUILT WITH SEAT BELT RETRACTORS THAT WERE DAMAGED DURING THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS. IF DAMAGED, OVER TIME, THE AUTOMATIC TENSIONING SYSTEM (ATS) CABLE IN THE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR COULD BREAK CAUSING THE BELT WEBBING TO NOT RETRACT.

Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, A FRONT SEAT OCCUPANT MAY RECEIVE MORE SEVERE INJURIES.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR ASSEMBLIES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 24, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007.

Recall 04V540000 started on /Date(1098244800000-0400)/.

Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE ENGINE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM SOFTWARE MAY CAUSE ENGINE HESITATION OR STALLING.

Consequence: IF THE VEHICLE STALLS AS A RESULT OF THIS CONDITION, IT CAN BE RESTARTED IMMEDIATELY.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL UPDATE THE ENGINE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007.

Recall 05V236000 started on /Date(1116475200000-0400)/.

Summary: CERTAIN SPORT SEDAN AND CONVERTIBLE PASSENGER VEHICLES WERE PRODUCED WITH A VACUUM PIPE CHECK VALVE FOR THE BRAKE BOOSTER THAT MAY FAIL FROM EXPOSURE TO ELEVATED TEMPERATURES. THIS COULD RESULT IN SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER BRAKE ASSIST, USUALLY WITH LITTLE OR NO WARNING.

Consequence: IF THIS CONDITION WERE TO OCCUR WHEN MINIMUM STOPPING DISTANCE IS REQUIRED, A CRASH COULD OCCUR.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW REDESIGNED CHECK VALVE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 17, 2006. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007.

Recall 07V087000 started on /Date(1173243600000-0500)/.

Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL PUMP RETAINING TABS HOLDING THE FUEL LINES WERE DAMAGED DURING PRODUCTION.

Consequence: OVER TIME, THIS COULD CAUSE THE FUEL LINES TO LOOSEN FROM THE PUMP RESULTING IN FUEL LEAKAGE. IF AN IGNITION SOURCE WERE PRESENT, THE FUEL MAY IGNITE RESULTING IN A VEHICLE FIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL DEVELOP A SECURING BRACKET THAT WILL SECURE THE FUEL LINES TO THE FUEL PUMP EVEN IF THE PLASTIC RETAINING TABS SHOULD BREAK. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 13, 2007. THIS IS AN EXPANSION OF PREVIOUS RECALL CAMPAIGNS - SEE 04V557 AND 06V126. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007.

Recall 11E009000 started on /Date(1298869200000-0500)/.

Summary: TI AUTOMOTIVE IS RECALLING CERTAIN FUEL PUMPS, PART NUMBERS TU456 AND TU303, SOLD UNDER VARIOUS BRAND NAMES AS AFTERMARKET AND REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE MOTOR VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMP MAY SEIZE, STOPPING THE FUEL FLOW TO THE ENGINE CREATING A STALLING CONDITION.

Consequence: A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR SHOULD THE ENGINE STALL WHILE IN USE.

Remedy: TI AUTOMOTIVE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND WILL REPLACE ANY DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMP WITH A NEW OR REWORKED FUEL PUMP FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 22, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TI AUTOMOTIVE AT 1-866-867-3759 OR LOG ON TO WWW.RECALLRESPONSE.COM.

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If you consider used 2003 Saab 9-3 look at maintenance fees and average fuel economy compared to similar models. 2003 Saab 9-3’s uses 1 gallon of fuel for 22 - 23 miles, which is higher then 2002 Saab 9-3.

2003 Saab 9-3 is made in Sweden between 1999 to 2011.

Saab All models of 2003

Saab 9-3

$25,995 - $39,995
22 - 23 City / 31 HWY
4 Trims
5
1
2.0L L4 DOHC 16V TURBO

Saab 9-5

$25,995 - $39,995
22 - 23 City / 31 HWY
4 Trims
5
1
2.0L L4 DOHC 16V TURBO

Saab 9-5 SportWagon

$25,995 - $39,995
22 - 23 City / 31 HWY
4 Trims
5
1
2.0L L4 DOHC 16V TURBO

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