1977 Saab 99 Auto
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- Photo: 1974 Saab 99 EMS (US-spec), front right by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Classic Days 2019, Berlin (CDB90054) by Matti Blume, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1969-SAAB99 by Liftarn, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1983 Saab 99 GL 2.0 Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1974 Saab 99 EMS (US-spec), interior by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1977 Saab 99 Auto is a 2.0-liter inline-4 with a 3-speed automatic and front-wheel drive.
The 99 measures 170.9 inches long on a 97.4-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.0L Inline-4 |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Injection Type | carburetor |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 170.9 in |
| Width | 66 in |
| Height | 57.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 97.4 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1977 Saab 99 Auto with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1977 Saab 99. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Sep 14, 1979 · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS SUCH AS AMBIENT HUMIDITY AND VEHICLE PRE-CONDITIONING BY REPEATED COLD START, AND SHORT TRIP DRIVING CYCLES IN COMBINATION WITH SUB-ZERO TEMPERATURES, THERE EXISTS THE POSSIBILITY FOR ICE TO FORM IN THE THROTTLE HOUSING AND TEMPORARILY IMPEDE FULL CLOSURE OF THE THROTTLE PLATE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR IS RELEASED. THIS ICE BUILD-UP IN THE THROTTLE HOUSING MAY CAUSE HESITATION IN VEHICLE DECELERATION AND INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCES.
Remedy: THE DEALER WILL MODIFY THE ENGINE INTAKE SYSTEM TO FURTHER IMPROVE PREHEATING OF INCOMING AIR IN COLD WEATHER. THIS WILL BE DONE FREE OF CHARGE.
NHTSA campaign 79V206000
Dec 4, 1978 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
THE FUEL LINE MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED IN A WAY SUCH THAT THE AXLE COULD CONTACT THE LINE AND EVENTUALLY CAUSE THE LINE TO RUPTURE, ALLOWING FUEL TO LEAK TO THE GROUND.
Remedy: THE DEALER WILL REMOVE THE HOSE BETWEEN THE RETURN CHECK VALVE AND FUEL TANK AND INSTALL A LONGER HOSE OF A PREFORMED SHAPE.
NHTSA campaign 78V001000
Sep 26, 1978 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
INSUFFICIENT CLEARANCE MAY EXIST BETWEEN THE FUEL TANK VENT TUBE AND VEHICLE FLOORPAN WHERE THE TUBE PROJECTS THROUGH AN ACCESS HOLE INTO THE TOOL COMPARTMENT UNDER THE TRUNK FLOOR. SHOULD THE TUBE CONTACT THE LOWER EDGE OF THIS OPENING, IT COULD BECOME DAMAGED AND FAIL AT THE POINT WHERE IT IS SOLDERED TO THE FUEL TANK. FUEL LEAKAGE COULD RESULT, ESPECIALLY WHEN THE TANK IS NEARLY OR COMPLETELY FULL.
Remedy: DEALER WILL ENLARGE THE ACCESS HOLE IN THE FLOORPAN TO ENSURE PROPER CLEARANCE. IF THE VENT TUBE IS DAMAGED, IT WILL BE REPAIRED.
NHTSA campaign 78V208000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1977 SAAB 99. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.