Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2011 Saab 9-4X peaked in 2014, with 1 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model yearDo not drive
2011 Saab 9-4X
SUV, gasoline, FWD/Front-Wheel Drive, built in Mexico. Owner complaints on file from Jul 23, 2014 to Feb 23, 2026.
Recall campaigns covering this model year2671k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints5Below the median 2011 suv
Severity index0.02011 suvs average 6.2
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Components
20% of complaints about the 2011 Saab 9-4X name airbags
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
2 recall campaigns cover the 2011 Saab 9-4X
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
| Campaign | Filed | Subject | Component | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21V-473 | Jun 24, 2021 | Rear suspension toe link adjuster may not have been tightened properly, which could result in a loose toe linkDo not drive | Suspension | 380,498 | Part replacement |
| 14V-571 | Sep 19, 2014 | On the affected vehicles, the jam nut in the rear suspension toe adjuster link may not be torqued to the proper specification | Suspension | 290,241 | Part replacement |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2011 Saab 9-4X
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
5 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Feb 23, 2026Failure Feb 23, 2026Haysville, KSUnknown or other, Visibility/wiper
General Motors refuses to manufacture replacement windshields rendering all 9-4x vehicles that get a cracked windshield unsafe and unable to pass a safety inspection for registration.
NHTSA complaint 11719823 - Filed Oct 6, 2021Failure Aug 1, 202135,000 milesBend, ORSuspension
The contact owns a 2011 Saab 9-4X. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V473000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the "Check Rear Axle" warning light was illuminated. The dealer was made aware of the recall and informed the contact after speaking with the manufacturer that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 35,000.
NHTSA complaint 11435706 - Filed Apr 19, 2017Failure Feb 9, 201781,006 milesSarasota, FLAir bags
AIRBAG SENSOR IS ON INTERMITTANT . IF FRONT PASSENGER SEAT IS EMPTY, BACK SEAT SIDE RAIL AIRBAG WILL NOT INFLATE. NEEDS SOFTWARE UPGRADE. (JUST LIKE 2011 CADILLAC SRX). WHILE MOTOR ON.
NHTSA complaint 10979259 - Filed Sep 28, 2016Failure Sep 27, 201675,000 milesBroken Arrow, OKPower train
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 SAAB 9-4X. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO SHIFT INTO PARK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 11V595000 (POWER TRAIN). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 75,000.
NHTSA complaint 10910200 - Filed Jul 23, 2014Failure Jul 23, 2014Middleburg, FLUnknown or other
WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF ANY RECALLS. YOUR WEBSITE DOES NOT LIST THE CAR. *TR
NHTSA complaint 10615868
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
125 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.
- PIP4902W Sep 4, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. - PIT3271Q Apr 1, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available. - PIP6104 Mar 9, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect. - PIP4902V Mar 9, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. - PIP4902U Jan 8, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. - PIT5214G Nov 20, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer’s vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the support of Genera… - 13598 Sep 9, 2025 · Other
New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH - PIP4902T Aug 14, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. - PIC5650M Aug 7, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an intermittent no crank, no start, or start stall concern with the security light coming on. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes B3055, B306… - PIP4902S Jun 9, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. - PIT5074R May 30, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. - PIT5074R May 30, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. - PIT5074R May 30, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. - 23-NA-001 Mar 28, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on OnStar Module 2G Sunset Information. - PIT5962B Dec 6, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary information communicates a GM part number for reflective high temperature heat or insulating tape when repairing wiring harnesses. - PIT3271P Sep 6, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in … - General Communication Aug 26, 2024 · Service Campaign
Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need updating and then proceed to updating affected modules (with some … - 16-NA-383 Jun 28, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduc… - 06-00-89-029V May 1, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin includes information on Interior Cleaning - Instrument Panel (IP), Hard or Plastic Surfaces, Seats, Carpet, Leather, Vinyl, Fabric Cleaner, Stain Remover, Restorer - Product Availability. - PI0412B Mar 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
No Crank/No Start, Dead Battery Due to Parasitic Drain/Discharge. - PI0412A Jan 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
No Crank/No Start, Dead Battery Due to Parasitic Drain/Discharge. - PI0754A Dec 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Rear and Side Tempered Glass Spots. - PIT5353 Nov 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
XM Audio Traffic And Travel Link Availability And Operation. - 990420002I Nov 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Information on Driveline Clunk Noise - 1406130001 Apr 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
High Voltage Safety ? High Voltage Disabling - Recalls Jun 30, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Vehicle Recalls - PIT5074H Dec 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
J-35616-64B Terminal Test Probe / Replacement Terminal / Terminated Lead. - PIT4864F Mar 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Information On Requests To Add OnStar Bluetooth Option. - 14457B Nov 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Rear Toe Link Adjuster Lock Nut Torque - 14457 Sep 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Rear Toe Link Adjuster Lock Nut Torque - PIT5099A Nov 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
A/C Blows Warm Or Poor Performance. - PIT5074H Dec 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
J-35616-64B Terminal Test Probe / Replacement Terminal / Terminated Lead. - PIC5687D May 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Checking Smartphone Bluetooth Software Update Status - PIC5687C Mar 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Checking Smartphone Bluetooth Software Update Status - PIC5614A Jan 13, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Changing Turn-By-Turn Voice Response To Metric Or English Units - PIC5588A Oct 1, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules. - 130090001 Jul 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Information for Engine Oils Used in 2014 Model Year Vehicles - 130089010 Oct 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
PAC Courtesy Transportation Assistance Program - 130089008 Jul 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
GM Wiring Repair Strategy Information - 130089004D Nov 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Car and Truck Fix it Right the First Time Issues - 130089004C Oct 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Car and Truck Fix it Right the First Time Issues - 130089004B May 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Car and Truck Fix it Right the First Time Issues - 130089004A Apr 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Car and Truck Fix it Right the First Time Issues - 130089004 Apr 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Car and Truck Fix it Right the First Time Issues - 130089003 Apr 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Vehicle Software Enhancements - 090730018C Oct 1, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Warranty Administration ? Change in Automatic Transmission Add Condition Documentation and Claim Submission - 990420002I Nov 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Information on Driveline Clunk Noise - PIT5264B Nov 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls And Turn By Turn Inoperative In The United States. - PIT5264 Mar 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls In The United States - PIT5236B Dec 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
OnStar Module Does Not Support All B101D Symptom Codes. - PIT5214 May 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
GM TAC Support of Vehicle Vibration Complaints. - 1308116001A Mar 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Aftermarket ALDL or DLC Interface Devices Causing Multiple Issues - 120089002A Nov 1, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Requesting a New Key Code for Customer with Lost or Stolen Keys - 19-NA-219 Mar 23, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue. - 23-NA-001 Feb 15, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on OnStar Module 2G Sunset Information. - PIT3271N Nov 29, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in … - 04-06-04-051G Sep 13, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive. - 01-06-01-011M Sep 13, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption. - 01-00-89-010Q Sep 14, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information on a guide to help reduce repeat visits for the same customer concern. - 00-06-01-012L Sep 13, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin advises about the possible issues that may occur when using a scotch brite pad or highly abrasive disk on gasket sealing surfaces or reused parts.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.