1988 Saab 900 Recalls
Base Hatchback
1988 Saab 900 Recall Record
Recall ID # 88V149000 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Recall Date:
SEP 07, 1988
Component:
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Description
BOLTS USED IN THE ATTACHMENTS OF THE FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM CONTROL ARMS MAY BE DEFECTIVE.
Consequence
IF MORE THAN ONE OF THE THREE BOLTS SHOULD FAIL, LOWERFRONT CONTROL ARM COULD COME LOOSE LEADING TO LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL OF AFRONT WHEEL.
Remedy
REPLACE BOLTS WITH PROPER SPECIFICATION BOLTS.
Manufacturer
SAAB CARS USA, INC.
Recall ID # 88V173000 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
Recall Date:
NOV 01, 1988
Component:
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
Description
WIRING HARNESS MAY CHAFE AGAINST SHARP EDGES UNDER THE DASHBOARD AND AGAINST A SUPPORT UNDER THE REAR SEAT (1988 MODELS ONLY).
Consequence
THIS COULD CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT; THE RESULTING HEATBUILDUP COULD CAUSE SMOKE OR A FIRE IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT.
Remedy
INSTALL RUBBER PROTECTIVE STRIPS TO SHARP EDGES AND COMPLETELY ENCASE WIRE HARNESS IN A PROTECTIVE PLASTIC TUBE.
Manufacturer
SAAB CARS USA, INC.