2
recalls
The Saab 9-4X has 2 recalls covering 670,739 vehicles as reported; model year 2015 is covered by the most (2). The 2012 Saab 9-4X earned 5 of 5 stars overall in crash tests (best version). Owners filed 1 safety complaints in the 12 months to Sep 2026; unknown or other is named most over all years.
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
2
Most for 2015: 2
Units affected
671K
As reported
Overall stars
5 of 5
Model year 2012
Complaints, 12 mo
1
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
1
Recalls
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
How many recalls cover each model year. Hover a year for the count.
Crash test star ratings
4 rated versions, model years 2011 to 2012
| Year | Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | SUV · AWD | 16.4% risk | |||
| 2012 | SUV · FWD | 17.9% risk | |||
| 2011 | SUV · AWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 16.4% risk |
| 2011 | SUV · FWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 17.9% risk |
5 stars is the best. Ratings before model year 2011 used older tests.
Owner complaints
Safety complaints about the Saab 9-4X, by the month they were received
Complaints per month
1 in the 12 months to Sep 2026.
Components named most
- Unknown or other2
- Air bags1
- Power train1
- Suspension1
- Visibility/wiper1
- Complaints
- 5
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- People injured
- 0
Counts only, as reported by owners and not verified.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the Saab 9-4X by component
- Suspension2 · 671K units
Saab 9-4X recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 24, 2021 | Cadillac SRX; Saab 9-4X (2010-2016): SuspensionNo. 21V473000Do not drive | Crash risk | 380,498 |
| Sep 19, 2014 | Cadillac SRX; Saab 9-4X (2010-2015): SuspensionNo. 14V571000 | Crash risk | 290,241 |
Related pages
Questions and answers
Is the 2016 Saab 9-4X recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 2016 Saab 9-4X. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the Saab 9-4X have?
2 recalls cover the Saab 9-4X, for 670,739 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is suspension (2 recalls).
What is the safety rating of the 2012 Saab 9-4X?
5 of 5 stars overall (SUV): frontal crash 5, side crash 5 and rollover 4 stars, with a 16.4% chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
What do owners complain about most on the Saab 9-4X?
Unknown or other: named in 2 of the 5 safety complaints about the Saab 9-4X, then air bags (1). One complaint can name several components.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.