Vehicle recall 88V173000 · November 1, 1988

1987-1988 Saab 900

Wiring harness may chafe against sharp edges under the dashboard and against a support under the rear seat (1988 models only).

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

Summary: Wiring harness may chafe against sharp edges under the dashboard and against a support under the rear seat (1988 models only).
Consequence: This could cause a short circuit; the resulting heatbuildup could cause smoke or a fire in the passenger compartment.
Remedy: Install rubber protective strips to sharp edges and completely encase wire harness in a protective plastic tube.
Notes: System: electrical/wiring harness.vehicle description: passenger cars.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 88V173000
Reported to NHTSA: November 1, 1988
Filed by: SAAB CARS USA, INC.
Owner notification: January 18, 1989
Vehicles potentially affected: 70,000
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Electrical system › Wiring › Interior/under dash

Recall 88V173000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

Saab 900 (1987-1988): 1988, 1987

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