NHTSA Recall 02V006000: Arm (steering)
SAAB CARS USA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,601 vehicles. It affects 2002 Saab 9-5.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V006000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES › KNUCKLE › SPINDLE › ARM |
| Report received | January 4, 2002 |
| Owner notification | January 18, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
The steering knuckle castings on certain passenger vehicles may have been contaminated during the casting process.
Safety risk
These knuckles can break, resulting in possible loss of steering control.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the steering knuckle for the casting number. If the knuckle was in the defective batch, the steering knuckle will be replaced. Owner notification is expected to begin during january 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact saab at 1-800-955-9007.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 02V006000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Saab 9-5 | 2002 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.