Recall 94V-126: 1992–1994 Saab 9000

SAAB CARS USA, INC. recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Jul 8, 1994, covering about 12,040 vehicles.

NHTSA number

94V-126

Report date

Jul 8, 1994

Vehicles affected

12,040

Owners notified

Oct 25, 1994

The problem

During low energy frontal impact collisions, the front crossmember can contact the metal tubing portion of the cooler hose assembly; and/or the hose assembly can break and leak oil onto the hot exhaust manifold or the turbocharger.

The risk

Oil leaking on these hot engine surfaces can ignite and cause a vehicular fire.

The fix

Dealers will install a protective cover which will protect the cooler and hoses from other structural components in low energy front impacts.

Notes

System: engine cooling system. Vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with engine oil coolers.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defects or noncompliance, please contact saab service center at 1-800-955-9007. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

Manufacturer	SAAB CARS USA, INC.
Component	Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System
Recall started by	the manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number	94V126000

Vehicles in this recall

Vehicle	Model years
Saab 9000	1992, 1993, 1994	All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 94V-126?

How is recall 94V-126 fixed?

Dealers will install a protective cover which will protect the cooler and hoses from other structural components in low energy front impacts.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.