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2007 Saab 9-5

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2007 9-5.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (S5)

The 2007 Saab 9-5 is a passenger car equipped with an automatic S5 transmission and an engine that calls for 5.7 qt of 0W‑30 API oil, delivering EPA‑rated fuel economy of 17 mpg city, 27 mpg highway and 20 mpg combined. It generated 17 owner complaints overall, with air‑bag issues leading the list and two recalls issued for the model year. Compared with the 1998‑2011 complaint history—where the lowest point was a single complaint in 1998 and the peak reached 121 complaints in 1999—the 2007 model sits toward the lower‑end of the spectrum. This positions the 2007 9-5 as a relatively reliable year within the model’s long‑run history.

Model year20112010200920072006

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity5.7 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-30 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque80 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy17/27/20 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 48 · 700 CCA battery, OE oil filter 93186554. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 48 · 700 CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeP235-45R17OEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.5-J inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter93186554
Engine air filter55560911
Spark plug9399866
Battery90349350
Front wiper blades93196007 alt 93196006
Serpentine belt55563222
Thermostat30577561 alt 9176165
Cabin air filter32020155

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S5)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length190.6 in
Overall width70.5 in
Overall height57.1 in
Wheelbase106.3 in
Curb weight3470 lb
Track (front / rear)59.4 / 59.8 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)62/38

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined17 / 27 / 20 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume96 cu ft
Cargo volume16 cu ft
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 5.7 qt of 0W-30 API engine oil. Torque lug nuts to 80 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 19.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Engine CoolantDEXCOOL OR EQUIVALENT
Engine OilSYNTHETIC · 0W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity5.7 qt
Power Steering FluidUSE PENTOSIN CHF11S OR EQUIVALENT

Engine torques

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs7 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts130 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug19.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs17 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts80 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub170 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.81 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity4.06 oz
Standard BCI Group Number48
Standard BCI Cranking Performance700 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test20-22 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief20-22 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature192 °F
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (Without Vacuum)43.0 psi
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)33.0 psi

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket21 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle59 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.197; Rear: 0.157 in
Rotor Max Parallel Variation0.0006 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.003 in
Rotor Minimum Machining0.984 in / 0.39 in
Rotor Discard at or Under0.925 in / 0.33 in
Rotor Finish0.87 μin / 0.32 μin

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
122 ft. lbs., Step 2: Back off 360 degrees, Step 3: 18 ft. lbs., Step 4: 11022 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs every 40,000 mi.

Every 10,000 miAir Bag System (inspect) · Battery (inspect) · Body Fasteners (torque) · Body Lock Cylinders (lubricate) · Brake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Door Hinge (lubricate)
Every 20,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Drive Belt Tensioner (inspect) · Driveshaft (inspect)
Every 30,000 miCabin Air Filter (replace) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Headlamp (inspect alignment)
Every 40,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace) · Spark Plugs (replace)
Every 60,000 miTransmission Assembly (drain & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

In 2007 the 9‑5 generated 17 consumer complaints, 2 recalls and 1 investigation, with a total service‑bulletin count of 173. That complaint level is lower than the 23 complaints recorded in 2006 but higher than the 2 complaints seen in 2009, placing it in the mid‑range of the decade‑long complaint arc. Recalls remained steady at two units, matching 2006 and 2008, while investigations persisted at one per year after 1999, indicating consistent but limited regulatory action. The 2007 model’s top complaint category was Air Bags with 12 reports, while crash and fire complaints were zero, reflecting the absence of severe safety events in that year. Consequently, the 2007 Saab 9‑5 presents a relatively stable safety profile with modest grievances, making it a reasonable, though not premium, choice for a used purchase.

2
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
173
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
17
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent
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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 17 complaints on record, top 6 components.

Air Bags12
Steering1
Electrical System1
Power Train1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Engine & Engine Cooling1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

16V063000Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Side:Inflator ModuleReported 03/02/2016

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 Saab 9-3 vehicles manufactured May 31, 2002, to February 15, 2011, 2006-2009 Saab 9-5 vehicles manufactured June 7, 2005, to May 28, 2009, and 2008-2009… Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator on Saab 9-3 and 9-5 vehicles and will replace the driver's frontal airbag module on Saturn…

08V160000Seats:Front Assembly:Head RestraintReported 09/04/2008

SAAB IS RECALLING 57,389 MY 2002-2008 9-5 SERIES VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT." DURING COMPLIANCE… Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A-PILLAR TRIM WITH IMPROVED ENERGY-ABSORBING CAPABILITY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 25, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 173 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
PIC5650M2025-08-06Unknown Or OtherThis Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about…
PIP5601C2025-07-18Unknown Or OtherThis PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic…
PIT5074R2025-05-30Unknown Or OtherThis Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about…
PIT5074R2025-05-30Unknown Or OtherThis Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about…
PIT5074R2025-05-30Unknown Or OtherThis Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Vehicles with shared specs

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Group 48 batteryVehicles taking 5.7 qtEngine oil filter 93186554Engine air filter 55560911Spark plug 9399866Battery 90349350

Reference guides

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2007 9-5 take?

5.7 qt of SYNTHETIC 0W-30 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 2007 9-5 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 9-5 get?

EPA figures are 17 city / 27 highway / 20 combined mpg.