Vehicle recall 04V226000 · May 11, 2004
2003-2004 Saab 9-3
Some sport sedans were built with seat belt retractors that were damaged during the manufacturing process.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Some sport sedans were built with seat belt retractors that were damaged during the manufacturing process. If damaged, over time, the automatic tensioning system (ats) cable in the seat belt retractor could break causing the belt webbing to not retract.
- Consequence
- In the event of a crash, a front seat occupant may receive more severe injuries.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the seat belt retractor assemblies. The recall began on January 24, 2005. Owners should contact Saab at 1-800-955-9007.
- Notes
- Saab recall no. 15017. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 04V226000
- Reported to NHTSA
- May 11, 2004
- Filed by
- SAAB CARS USA, INC.
- Manufacturer campaign
- 15017
- Owner notification
- January 24, 2005
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 31,335
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
Vehicles covered
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