Saab Recall Issued Due to Risk of Stalled Engines
About 4,400 Saab 9-3s sold in the United States have been recalled due to defective fuel pumps, which may cause the engine to stall and increase the risk of an auto accident.
The Saab 9-3 recall was announced after the company received a number of reports of fuel pump failures in 2010 and 2011 model year vehicles. The recall is limited to vehicles sold in the U.S.
According to Saab Cars North America, Inc. the fuel pumps in the affected 9-3 models can seize up, leading to stalled engines. Although there have been no reports of accidents or injuries, this may cause the driver to lose control of their vehicle.
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Learn MoreSaab has been investigating the fuel pump problems since October and reported its findings to federal investigators last month. The company has determined that the defective fuel pumps tend to fail at low mileages; usually less than 200 miles. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that the fuel pumps were installed with internal components with incorrect specifications.
The recall affects vehicles that were manufactured from June 2010 through December 2010.
Affected Saab owners will begin receiving notifications on February 18. Those with vehicles included in the Saab recall will be able to have their fuel pumps inspected by a Saab dealer. If the pump is found to be defective it will be replaced at no cost to the owner. Saab officials say the inspection and repair should take between two and three hours.
Consumers with questions can contact Saab at 1-800-722-2872 or the NHTSA at 1-888-327-4236.
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