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Recalls

Suspension

Recall date December 23, 2002
Models affected
  • 1999 Saab 9-5
  • 2000 Saab 9-5
  • 2001 Saab 9-5
  • 2002 Saab 9-5
  • 2003 Saab 9-5
Units affected 2,868
Details

On certain vehicles, when changing back and forth between alloy and steel wheels (as for winter tires), rust and other contaminates may build up on the mating surface of the wheel hubs.

If this surface is not cleaned between wheel changes, uneven torque forces may cause wheel bolts to fracture.

Although this is most likely to happen during wheel change service, it is possible that the bolts may break later while the vehicle is being driven.

Correction: Dealer will clean the hub and reinstall the wheel with improved bolts and attached washers that will eliminate the clamping force reduction.

Additional information may be available on Transport Canada's website