Is the Saab 9-5 reliable?

The Saab 9-5 has 11 total NHTSA complaints across 1 model years. Years to avoid: 2011 (11 complaints).

What years of the Saab 9-5 should I avoid?

Avoid the 2011 Saab 9-5. The 2011 model has the most complaints (11) with the top issue being LIGHTING.

Reliability and problems by year based on NHTSA complaint data.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2011	11	TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 SAAB 9-5. THE CONTACT ...	Below Average