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1985 Saab 900

Official EPA fuel economy and NHTSA recall record, best combined figure 21 MPG.

The Saab 900 is a compact car respectively mid-sized automobile produced by Swedish manufacturer Saab from 1978 until 1998 in two generations: the first from 1978 to 1993, and the second from 1993 to 1998.

Saab 900
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Fuel economy (EPA)

EngineTransmissionFuelCityHighwayCombinedCO2 g/mi
2.0L 4-cyl Automatic 3-spd Regular 16 19 17 523
2.0L 4-cyl Automatic 3-spd Regular 16 21 18 494
2.0L 4-cyl Manual 5-spd Regular 17 23 19 468
2.0L 4-cyl Manual 5-spd Regular 18 26 21 423

Safety recalls (NHTSA)

1 campaign on record for this model year. Recall repairs are free at dealers; check your exact vehicle by VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Campaign 85V060000

THE FLEXIBLE FUEL HOSE MAY HAVE BEEN TURNED OUT OF ITS NORMAL POSITION AND HAVE A SHARP BEND OR TWIST NEAR ONE OF ITS FITTINGS. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: THIS COULD LEAD TO HOSE RUPTURE, FUEL LEAKAGE, AND POSSIBLY A FIRE.

Owner complaints (NHTSA)

5 complaints filed by owners for this model year (0 involving a crash, 1 a fire). Complaints are owner reports, not confirmed defects - browse them in full on nhtsa.gov.

Electrical System 3 Power Train 1 Suspension 1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the fuel economy of a 1985 Saab 900?

EPA figures for the 1985 Saab 900 reach 21 MPG combined depending on configuration; the table on this page lists every tested engine and transmission combination.

Are there recalls on the 1985 Saab 900?

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 1985 Saab 900. Check your specific vehicle by VIN on the official NHTSA site, recalls are fixed free of charge by dealers.

What are common problems with the 1985 Saab 900?

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA for the 1985 Saab 900, most often about: Electrical System, Power Train, Suspension. Complaint counts reflect what owners report, not confirmed defects.

Sources: EPA fueleconomy.gov, the NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings databases (all US public data), refreshed monthly. Recall texts are quoted from the official record. Details on About & Data Sources.