Transport CanadaCritical
1988 SAAB 9000Transport Canada Recall #1988092
The official notice
Defect
On certain Saab 9000S and 9000 turbo 16 vehicles, the ball chain between the cruise control vacuum regulator and the gas pedal arm may get caught in the upper end of the gas pedal arm. This may impede the full return of the gas pedal to the fully closed throttle position. (this defect cannot cause unintended acceleration).
Safety Risk
No risk description available.
Remedy
A plastic cover will be installed over the end of the gas pedal arm.
468 vehicles affectedUpdated June 10, 2026