Saab 9-4X Recalls (2011-2012)
The Saab 9-4X has been the subject of 2 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA across the 2011 to 2012 model years. They cluster mostly around the suspension. At least one is serious enough that NHTSA tells owners to stop driving the vehicle until it is fixed.
The Saab 9-4X scores 2 out of 100 (grade F), one of the heavier recall records among the vehicles we track. That score reflects how serious the recalls are rather than how many. 100% involve a critical safety system, 1 carried a do-not-drive warning, and 0% were issued in the last three years. How the score works.
Those 2 campaigns span 2 model years of the Saab 9-4X. The single largest affected 380,498 vehicles, over suspension. Some carry a do-not-drive warning, the most serious class of recall, which means NHTSA advises against driving the vehicle until the repair is done. A recall repair is free at a franchised dealer and most never expire, so an older open recall is still worth fixing. Beyond recalls, you can also see the most common 9-4X problems owners report and its crash-test safety ratings.
The full record is below, grouped first by model year and then listed in detail. Each entry gives the defect NHTSA describes, the safety risk it creates, the manufacturer's remedy, the number of vehicles in that campaign, and the dates. A recall covers a whole production run, so a campaign listed for the Saab 9-4X may not apply to your exact vehicle, and one you have already had repaired will still appear in the history. To see what is actually open and unfixed on a specific car, check its 17-digit VIN.
Saab 9-4X recalls by model year
Recall activity by model year. Select a year to jump to its recalls below. Older years often carry more recalls simply because defects surface over time.
Recalls by model year
2012 Saab 9-4X Recalls
2 recalls affect the 2012 Saab 9-4X, involving the suspension. One carries a do-not-drive warning.
2011 Saab 9-4X Recalls
2 recalls affect the 2011 Saab 9-4X, involving the suspension. One carries a do-not-drive warning.
Every Saab 9-4X recall in detail
Suspension
- Affected years
- 2011-2012 Saab 9-4X
- Vehicles in this recall
- 380,498
- Reported
- Jun 24, 2021
- Owners notified
- Oct 25, 2021
Defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2016 Cadillac SRX and 2011-2012 Saab 9-4X vehicles. The rear suspension toe link adjuster may not have been tightened properly, which could result in a loose toe link.
Risk: A loose toe link can separate and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised to not drive their vehicle if they experience certain Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) warnings or other issues, such as unusual steering behavior, while driving. Please see the Part 573 report for the full list of warnings. Dealers will replace the adjustable toe link with a non-adjustable one, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed August 6, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 25, 2021. Cadillac and Saab customers may direct questions to Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N212340980.
NHTSA campaign number 21V473000.
Suspension
- Affected years
- 2011-2012 Saab 9-4X
- Vehicles in this recall
- 290,241
- Reported
- Sep 19, 2014
- Owners notified
- Nov 11, 2014
Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Cadillac SRX vehicles manufactured April 14, 2009, to September 1, 2014, and 2011-2012 Saab 9-4X vehicles manufactured February 1, 2011, to September 13, 2011. On the affected vehicles, the jam nut in the rear suspension toe adjuster link may not be torqued to the proper specification. A loose toe adjuster link can cause the vehicle to sway or wander at highway speeds. A loose toe adjuster link may lead to thread damage and eventual failure. Failure of the toe adjuster link will cause an abrupt change in the vehicle's alignment.
Risk: Failure of the toe adjuster link could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the left and right rear toe link adjuster lock nuts, and replace the parts if there is evidence of damage or a loose link, free of charge. The The recall began November 11, 2014. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or Saab customer service at 1-800-955-9007. GM's number for this recall is 14457.
NHTSA campaign number 14V571000.
Common questions about Saab 9-4X recalls
- Does the Saab 9-4X have any recalls?
- Yes. NHTSA has 2 recall campaigns on record for the Saab 9-4X across the 2011 to 2012 model years. The most common areas are the suspension.
- How many times has the Saab 9-4X been recalled?
- The Saab 9-4X has 2 recall campaigns from the 2011 to 2012 model years. A single campaign often covers several model years at once, so the number of recalls is not the same as the number of years affected.
- What is the most serious Saab 9-4X recall?
- The most serious recall on record involves the suspension, affecting 380,498 vehicles. NHTSA flagged it as do-not-drive, meaning owners should stop driving the vehicle until the repair is done. A loose toe link can separate and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Which Saab 9-4X model year has the most recalls?
- The 2011 Saab 9-4X has the most, with 2 recall campaigns on record. Older model years often pick up more recalls over time, since defects can surface years after a car is built.
- How do I check if my Saab 9-4X has an open recall?
- Enter your 17-digit VIN on the recall check page. It returns the recalls tied to your exact vehicle straight from NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer, with no expiration on most safety recalls.
Recall data comes from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. For how it is sourced and how the safety score is built, see the methodology and data sources. This page is a reference, not legal or safety advice.