Vehicle recall 79V230000 · October 19, 1979

1979 Saab 900

The insulation of the positive battery cable may possibly melt or become brittle due to the high temperatures which may be generated in the vicinity of the cable.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: The insulation of the positive battery cable may possibly melt or become brittle due to the high temperatures which may be generated in the vicinity of the cable.
Remedy: Dealer will replace the "b+" cable (positive cable from starter), add protective sleeves over the starter wiring harness, and install a new heat guard for the battery, without charge.
Notes: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: electrical; battery cable.consequences of defect: degradation of the insulation may result in the vehiclebeing disabled. A fire may also ignite in the engine compartment, causingvehicle damage and injury to vehicle passengers.note: owner is advised to frequently inspect the battery case, starter harness,and starter cable (particularly between the fender well clamp and the starter)for signs of melting. Vehicle should also not be used for trailer towing priorto repair.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 79V230000
Reported to NHTSA: October 19, 1979
Filed by: SAAB CARS USA, INC.
Owner notification: January 31, 1980
Vehicles potentially affected: 2,912
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery › Cables

Recall 79V230000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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Saab 900 (1979): 1979

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