The most-reported 9-4x run is 3G0FNSEY3BS (2011 builds) with 2 complaints, 1.5× the typical run. Unknown or other problems make up 40% of reports; NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for 9-4x model years 2011–2012.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Saab 9-4x has 3 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 100% of every 9-4x complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3G0FNSEY3BS•••••• | 2011 | — | — | |
| 3G0FNUE6XBS•••••• | 2011 | — | — | |
| 3G0FNREY6BS•••••• | 2011 | — | — |
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 4 | 3 | — |
Heaviest year here is 2011 at 1.3 complaints per run; lightest is 2011 at 1.3.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 40% of everything Saab 9-4x owners report: Unknown Or Other, 2 of 4 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | — | — | |
| Power Train | — | — | |
| Suspension | — | — | |
| Visibility/wiper | — | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 2 recall campaigns on the Saab 9-4x; the 2 below cover build years 2011 to 2012. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 21V473000 | Suspension:rear | 2011–2012 |
| 14V571000 | Suspension:rear | 2011–2012 |
21V473000 was opened in 2021 on cars built from 2011: 10 years on the road before the recall.
The 9-4x against its rivals
The 9-4x draws 1.3 complaints per production run; the Jeep Commander 7, the GMC Envoy 5.4 and the Mazda CX-7 4.5. That is the lowest rate of the 4.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saab 9-4x | 4 | 3 | 0% | |
| Jeep Commander | 2,879 | 412 | 3.5% | |
| GMC Envoy | 2,599 | 483 | 5.5% | |
| Mazda CX-7 | 980 | 217 | 2.1% |
How serious were they
| Outcome | Saab 9-4x | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 4 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 0 (0%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 0 (0%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 100% below the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Saab 9-4x share of that is 4 complaints over 3 runs, 0% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Saab 9-4x VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 4 NHTSA complaints from 3 9-4x runs and 2 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which 9-4x production run has the most complaints?
3G0FNSEY3BS, a 2011 build, with 2 complaints. The typical 9-4x run has 1.3.
Does the 9-4x get more complaints than the Jeep Commander?
No: 1.3 complaints per production run for the 9-4x against 7 for the Jeep Commander.
How many 9-4x complaints involve a crash?
0% of 4 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 0 involved a fire.
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