Recall 99V-109: 1992–1994 Saab 9000

SAAB CARS USA, INC. recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on May 6, 1999, covering about 26,116 vehicles.

NHTSA number

99V-109

Report date

May 6, 1999

Vehicles affected

26,116

Owners notified

Jul 5, 1999

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Moisture can enter the air bag inflatable restraint electronic control module (Ecm) and cause corrosion on portions of the ECM printer circuit boards.

The risk

This corrosion can possibly create open connections in circuits which control the restraint deployment, possibly causing inadvertent air bag deployment.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the exterior of the ECM. If there is no indication of moisture, a cover will be installed over the ECM. If there is indication of moisture, the dealer will replace the ECM and install a cover over the new ECM.

Notes

Owner notification began july 5, 1999.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact saab at 1-800-955-9007. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

Manufacturer	SAAB CARS USA, INC.
Component	Air Bags › Frontal › Sensor/Control Module-Inactive
Recall started by	the manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number	99V109000

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 99V-109?

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Moisture can enter the air bag inflatable restraint electronic control module (Ecm) and cause corrosion on portions of the ECM printer circuit boards.

How is recall 99V-109 fixed?

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.