Saab 9-3 Convertible (2000) – 07V087000

Defect Description For Recall

On Certain Passenger Vehicles, The Fuel Pump Retaining Tabs Holding The Fuel Lines Were Damaged During ProduCTIon.

Make Of Vehicle

SAAB

Model Of Vehicle

9-3 CONVERTIBLE

Year

2000

Recall Campaign Number

07V087000

Component Description

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Effect Of Defect

Over Time, This Could Cause The Fuel Lines To Loosen From The Pump Resulting In Fuel Leakage. If An Ignition Source Were Present, The Fuel May Ignite Resulting In A Vehicle Fire.

Fix Defect

Dealers Will Develop A Securing Bracket That Will Secure The Fuel Lines To The Fuel Pump Even If The Plastic Retaining Tabs Should Break. The Recall Began On June 13, 2007. This Is An Expansion Of Previous Recall Campaigns – See 04V557 And 06V126. Owners May Contact Saab At 1-800-955-9007.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Saab Cars Usa, Inc.

Start Of Manufacture

19990601

End Of Manufacture

20000731

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

94377

Date Owners Notified

20070613

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Saab Cars Usa, Inc.

Date Report Received

20070307

Make Campaign Number

7052

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard