9-7X
Saab 9-7X: official NHTSA recalls, fault code help and maintenance guides.
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Saab 9-7X2004–2009
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Production | 2004–2008 |
| Model years | 2005–2009 |
| Body styles | 4-door SUV |
| Layout | Front engine, all-wheel drive |
| Platform | GMT360 |
| Engines | 4.2 L Vortec LL8 I6 5.3 L Vortec LH6 V8 6.0 L LS2 V8 |
| Transmissions | 4-speed automatic 4L60-E (4.2L Linear, 5.3L Arc) and 4L70-E (Aero only, 6.0L) |
| Wheelbase | 2,870 mm |
| Length | 4,907 mm |
| Width | 1,918 mm |
| Height | 1,740 mm |
| Class | Mid-size luxury SUV |
| Assembly | United States: Moraine, Ohio (Moraine Assembly) |
Engines and transmissions
| Model years | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005–2009 | 4.2 L, 6 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2005–2009 | 5.3 L, 8 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2009 | 6.0 L, 8 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2008 | 6.0 L, 8 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Model years | Configuration | Combined | City | Highway |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005–2009 | 4.2 L, 6 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | 14.7 L/100 km | 16.8 L/100 km | 11.8–12.4 L/100 km |
| 2005–2009 | 5.3 L, 8 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | 14.7–15.7 L/100 km | 16.8–18.1 L/100 km | 11.8–13.8 L/100 km |
| 2008–2009 | 6.0 L, 8 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | 18.1 L/100 km | 19.6 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km |
Values are the official EPA label figures for each model year, shown as the lowest and highest value for the configuration. Electric models show energy use per 100 km. Real-world consumption depends on driving style, weather and load. Luggage and passenger volumes follow the EPA measuring method and can differ from the VDA figures used in Europe.
Key specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| EPA size class | SUV |
| Model years in EPA data | 2005–2009 |
| Powertrains | Petrol |
| Engine displacement | 4.2–6.0 L |
| Cylinders | 6, 8 |
| Transmission types | Automatic |
| Drive | Four-wheel or all-wheel drive |
| Fuel | Petrol (regular), Petrol (premium) |
| Configurations listed | 12 |
Years and markets
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model years (US) | 2005–2009 |
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
| Component | Complaints | Most reported model years |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel and propulsion | 51 | 2005, 2006, 2007 |
| Lights | 49 | 2006, 2007, 2009 |
| Electrical system | 43 | 2005, 2006, 2007 |
| Visibility and wipers | 19 | 2005, 2006, 2007 |
| Engine and cooling | 13 | 2006, 2007, 2008 |
| Stability and traction control | 10 | 2006, 2007, 2008 |
| Suspension | 9 | 2005, 2006, 2007 |
| Airbags | 8 | 2005, 2006, 2008 |
| Transmission and drivetrain | 7 | 2006, 2007, 2008 |
| Body and structure | 5 | 2005, 2006, 2007 |
Source: complaints filed by owners with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for model years 2005–2009: 171 complaints, 0 with a crash and 12 with a fire. Complaints are owner reports that NHTSA has not verified, and one complaint can name more than one component. More complaints can also mean more cars sold.