Vehicle recall 94V174000 · September 14, 1994

1994 Saab 900

The two weld points in the rearward attachment bracket for the side impact protection beam in the rear door may be out of position.

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

Summary: The two weld points in the rearward attachment bracket for the side impact protection beam in the rear door may be out of position. If the welds are out of position, the vehicles will not meet the requirements of FMVSS 214, S5, "side door strength."
Consequence: Consequence of non-compliance: passengers sitting in the rear seats will be subject to an increased risk of injury in the event of a side collision.
Remedy: Dealers will install support brackets at the support weld locations.
Notes: System: structure; door assembly; frame and panel.vehicle description: passenger vehicles.note:if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time or the remedy does not correct the noncompliance, please contact Saab at 1-800-955-9007. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 94V174000
Reported to NHTSA: September 14, 1994
Filed by: SAAB CARS USA, INC.
Owner notification: December 15, 1994
Vehicles potentially affected: 9,814
Initiated by: NHTSA’s Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance
Components: Structure › Body › Door

Recall 94V174000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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Saab 900 (1994): 1994

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