NHTSA vehicle safety data
2011 Saab 9-4X Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2011 Saab 9-4X has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 5 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Saab dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2011 Saab 9-4X, plus NCAP crash-test ratings. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2011 Saab 9-4X owner complaints
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Saab 9-4X, describing incidents dated July 23, 2014 to February 23, 2026.
Most-cited components
- Unknown or Other 2 complaints
- Air Bags 1 complaint
- Power Train 1 complaint
- Suspension 1 complaint
- Visibility/Wiper 1 complaint
Newest complaints
ODI #11719823 · Filed
General Motors refuses to manufacture replacement windshields rendering all 9-4x vehicles that get a cracked windshield unsafe and unable to pass a safety inspection for registration.
ODI #11435706 · Filed
The contact owns a 2011 Saab 9-4X. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V473000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact…
ODI #10979259 · Filed
AIRBAG SENSOR IS ON INTERMITTANT . IF FRONT PASSENGER SEAT IS EMPTY, BACK SEAT SIDE RAIL AIRBAG WILL NOT INFLATE. NEEDS SOFTWARE UPGRADE. (JUST LIKE 2011 CADILLAC SRX). WHILE MOTOR ON.
Rear Suspension Toe Link May Loosen and Separate
NHTSA #21V473000 · Suspension — Rear · NHTSA notice
Reported June 24, 2021 · General Motors, LLC
Potentially affected: 380,498 vehicles
Repair completion: 83.1% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign N212340980 · Owners notified October 25, 2021 · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation
Defect description
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2016 Cadillac SRX and 2011-2012 Saab 9-4X vehicles. The rear suspension toe link adjuster may not have been tightened properly, which could result in a loose toe link.
Safety consequence
A loose toe link can separate and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Owners are advised to not drive their vehicle if they experience certain Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) warnings or other issues, such as unusual steering behavior, while driving. Please see the Part 573 report for the full list of warnings. Dealers will replace the adjustable toe link with a non-adjustable one, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed August 6, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 25, 2021. Cadillac and Saab customers may direct questions to Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N212340980.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Possible Loose Rear Suspension Toe Adjuster Link
NHTSA #14V571000 · Suspension — Rear · NHTSA notice
Reported September 19, 2014 · General Motors LLC
Potentially affected: 290,241 vehicles
Repair completion: 94.13% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 14457 · Owners notified November 11, 2014 · Vehicles built February 1, 2011 – July 15, 2011 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Cadillac SRX vehicles manufactured April 14, 2009, to September 1, 2014, and 2011-2012 Saab 9-4X vehicles manufactured February 1, 2011, to September 13, 2011. On the affected vehicles, the jam nut in the rear suspension toe adjuster link may not be torqued to the proper specification. A loose toe adjuster link can cause the vehicle to sway or wander at highway speeds. A loose toe adjuster link may lead to thread damage and eventual failure. Failure of the toe adjuster link will cause an abrupt change in the vehicle's alignment.
Safety consequence
Failure of the toe adjuster link could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the left and right rear toe link adjuster lock nuts, and replace the parts if there is evidence of damage or a loose link, free of charge. The The recall began November 11, 2014. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or Saab customer service at 1-800-955-9007. GM's number for this recall is 14457.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Other Saab 9-4X model years
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