Saab 9-3 Recall R/2005/167: Rear Axle Hub May Not Be To Specification, Who Is Affected And What To Do

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How serious

3 Jan 2006

Launched

571

vehicles in the UK

15022

Manufacturer’s campaign code

Saab recalled 9-3 vehicles. The hardening process applied to the rear wheel bearing inner ring may be incorrect. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and check the date stamp on the rear wheel hubs. Where necessary replace the hub bearing assembly. You won't usually pay for it.¹

What’s Wrong

The hardening process applied to the rear wheel bearing inner ring may be incorrect. There is a possibility that a rumbling noise may become apparent which if not checked could in extreme circumstances result in the detachment of the hub and severely impaired road holding/handling.

DVSA's Original Wording

Concern: REAR AXLE HUB MAY NOT BE TO SPECIFICATION Defect: The hardening process applied to the rear wheel bearing inner ring may be incorrect. There is a possibility that a rumbling noise may become apparent which if not checked could in extreme circumstances result in the detachment of the hub and severely impaired road holding/handling. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the date stamp on the rear wheel hubs. Where necessary replace the hub bearing assembly.

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The Risk

The recall notice describes the concern as: rear axle hub may not be to specification.

The Fix

The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and check the date stamp on the rear wheel hubs. Where necessary replace the hub bearing assembly.

Are You Affected?

9-3 may be included. Saab estimates 571 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Saab, because not every car in the date range may be included.

What To Do Now

1. Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Saab.
2. Book with any franchised Saab dealer, quoting the campaign code 15022 or the DVSA reference R/2005/167. See how to get a Saab recall fixed.
3. Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.

Related Recalls

This is one of 25 Saab recalls in DVSA’s data. The Saab recall launched before it was R/2005/021 on 4 May 2005, for fuel pump mounted pipe retaining tabs may fail. The one launched after it was R/2006/047 on 17 May 2006, for reduced braking performance. You can also see every Saab recall, all recalls launched in 2006 and suspension recalls across every make.

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Source: DVSA recall R/2005/167, launched 3 January 2006. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.