Safety Recall NHTSA · 88V185000 Reported November 28, 1988

Fuel:fuel filter line

Saab Cars Usa, Inc. · Fuel System, Gasoline · 1,586 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
88V185000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Fuel System, Gasoline
Vehicles Affected
1,586
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
November 28, 1988

Defect Summary

Fuel filter may not meet the specification concerning leakage criteria due to low temperature during the gluing process.

Safety Consequence

Fuel filter may leak creating a potential fire hazard.

Corrective Action

Replace fuel filter.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Saab Cars Usa, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 88V185000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 88V185000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 88V185000?

NHTSA recall 88V185000 was issued by Saab Cars Usa, Inc. on November 28, 1988. It addresses: Fuel:fuel filter line. The recall affects approximately 1,586 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Saab Cars Usa, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 88V185000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.