Saab 9-3 Convertible vs Mercedes Benz ML430
Both cars' complete complaint records, side by side.
Read the totals carefully. NHTSA publishes no sales figures, so the car that sold more collects more complaints regardless of quality. The rows worth weighing are the proportions — the share of complaints that involved harm, and which part dominates.
| Measure | Saab 9-3 Convertible | Mercedes Benz ML430 |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints on file | 78 | 194 |
| Model years covered | 1999–2002 | 1990–2001 |
| Worst model year | 2002 | 2000 |
| Best model year | 1999 | 2001 |
| Crashes reported | 3 | 12 |
| Fires reported | 11 | 3 |
| Injuries reported | 5 | 7 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 |
| Most complained-about part | Electrical System | Brakes |
| Share of complaints involving harm | 24.4% | 11.3% |
Saab 9-3 Convertible by year
What breaks
Electrical System
23
29.5%
Airbags
10
12.8%
Fuel & Propulsion
8
10.3%
Engine & Cooling
7
9.0%
Transmission & Drivetrain
6
7.7%
Seat Belts
6
7.7%
Brakes
3
3.8%
Body & Structure
3
3.8%