Engine stalling
Defect Summary
Certain passenger vehicles equipped with b308 6-cylinder gasoline engines may experience overheating and burnout of the isolated gated bipolar transistor (igbt) within the ignition discharge module (idm) due to increased susceptibility to electrical loads.
Safety Consequence
Overheating of the igbt occurs most often at engine start-up, but it may also occur while the engine is running. Engine stalling may occur, which could result in a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect to see what version idm is in the vehicle and replace the idm if it is a version built prior to january 2003. the recall is expected to begin during december 2005. owners may contact saab at 1-800-955-9007. note: this recall is an expansion of a previous campaign (please see 05v399).
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Saab Cars Usa, Inc. or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 06V410000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 06V410000?
NHTSA recall 06V410000 was issued by Saab Cars Usa, Inc. on October 26, 2006. It addresses: Engine stalling. The recall affects approximately 5,078 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Saab Cars Usa, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 06V410000 or the manufacturer campaign number 05087/15021B. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.