1979 Saab 900 4MT
Unverified
All photo credits
- Photo: 1992 Saab 900 S Turbo 2.0 Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1979 Saab 900 Turbo five-door in Aquamarine, front right by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1988 Saab 900 Auto by Calreyn88, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Saab-900S by My dad, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1987 Saab 900 interior by Herranderssvensson, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1979 Saab 900 4MT is a 115-hp 2.0-liter inline-4 with a 4-speed manual and front-wheel drive.
It makes 115 horsepower.
The 900 measures 184.4 inches long on a 99.1-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Convertible |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.0L Inline-4 |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 115 hp |
| Injection Type | fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 184.4 in |
| Width | 66.5 in |
| Height | 56.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 99.1 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1979 Saab 900 4MT 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
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1979 Saab 900. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jul 14, 1983 · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
A PROBLEM RELATING TO THE FRONT EXHAUST PIPE BRACKET ATTACHMENT COULD CAUSE LEAKING OF TRANSMISSION OIL. TRANSMISSION COULD LOCK UP DUE TO LACK OF PROPER OIL LUBRICATION.
Remedy: DEALER WILL REPLACE THE EXISTING EXHAUST PIPE BRACKET WITH ONE THAT ATTACHES TO THE SIDE OF THE TRANSMISSION. THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL COVER GASKET WILL ALSO BE REPLACED, USING SCREWS INSTEAD OF STUDS.
NHTSA campaign 83V068000
Oct 19, 1979 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
THE INSULATION OF THE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE MAY POSSIBLY MELT OR BECOME BRITTLE DUE TO THE HIGH TEMPERATURES WHICH MAY BE GENERATED IN THE VICINITY OF THE CABLE.
Remedy: DEALER WILL REPLACE THE "B+" CABLE (POSITIVE CABLE FROM STARTER), ADD PROTECTIVE SLEEVES OVER THE STARTER WIRING HARNESS, AND INSTALL A NEW HEAT GUARD FOR THE BATTERY, WITHOUT CHARGE.
NHTSA campaign 79V230000
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
Apr 17, 1979 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:HIGH/LOW BEAM DIMMER SWITCH
THE HEADLAMP RELAY MAY FAIL IN SUCH A WAY AS TO CAUSE THE HEADLAMPS TO FAIL TO SWITCH FROM LOW TO HIGH BEAM (OR VICE VERSA) WHEN THE CONTROL SWITCH IS OPERATED. ALSO, THE HEADLAMPS MAY SHUT OFF INTERMITTENTLY OR COMPLETELY.
Remedy: DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE HEADLAMP RELAY, WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
NHTSA campaign 79V099000
2 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1979 Saab 900
Owner Complaints
2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1979 Saab 900 (1 mention a crash, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1979 SAAB 900. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.