DURING TURNS AT LOW SPEED, VEHICLE SLIPS, MAKING IT VERY HARD TO STEER. IT FEELS LIKE THE VEHICLE IS SLIPPING ON LOOSE GRAVEL. ADDITIONALLY, THERE IS A LOW "HOWL" NOISE IN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. MY MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THIS AS A DEFECT IN THE SLIP DIFFERENTIAL AND RECOMMENDED REPLACING THE FLUID. I HAVE COMPLETED THAT SERVICE TWICE AND THE CONDITION HAS NOT IMPROVED OR GONE AWAY. *TR
2007 Saab 9-7X powertrain problems
moderate 3 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500
Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$2,500
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
WHEN TURNING VEHICLE JUMPS AND BUMPS AND MAKES A WHINING NOISE. FEELS LIKE CAR IS RIDING ON GRAVEL AND FREEZES AND HOLDS LIKE ALL 4 WHEELS ARE GRABBING AND DOES NOT WANT TO ROLL (CROW HOPPING). REPAIRS ARE OVER $2,000.00. DEALERSHIP SAYS IT IS THE TRANSFER CASE HOWEVER AFTER THE REAR END SERVICE WAS COMPLETED PROBLEM STILL REMAINED. PROBLEM WAS MISDIAGNOSED AND THEY SAID THEY HAD REPAIRED THE …
Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2007 Saab 9-7X?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 3 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $2,500 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the powertrain typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $2,500 for powertrain repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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