Recalls for 1989 Saab 9000

DEFECT #1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH

Posted on: 1990-01-16
Description
Abrasion on the printed circuit card in the combination neutral safety/backup lamp switch operated by the automatic transmission gear selector may cause residue to collect in electrical area on the circuit card.

Consequence
This could cause overheating of the switch assembly withsmoke and possibly a fire in the center console area.

Corrective Action
Add an electrical circuit, including a relay, to the backup lamp circuit to reduce the current that can flow through the combination switch.

Notes
System: electrical.vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with automatic transmissions.

DEFECT #2 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Posted on: 1988-12-06
Description
Fuel filter may not meet the specification concerning leakage criteria due to low temperature during the gluing process.

Consequence
Fuel filter may leak creating a potential fire hazard.

Corrective Action
Replace fuel filter.

Notes
System: fuel filter.vehicle description: passenger cars.

DEFECT #3 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Posted on: 1989-11-28
Description
The routing of the throttle kickdown cable could allow chafing to occur between the cable and any one of three steel brake fluid lines near the valve block of the hydraulic brake unit.

Consequence
This could cause brake fluid leakage; thus, the brakecircuit supplied by that line would become inoperative and result in decreasedbraking effectiveness and an accident.

Corrective Action
Change cable routing and install new attachment bracket to prevent chafing.

Notes
System: hydraulic brake lines / throttle cablevehicle description: passenger cars equipped with automatic transmissions.