1986 Subaru XT Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 1986 Subaru XT has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Interior Lighting (1 report).

1Recalls
3Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your XT?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1986 Subaru XT recalls

Suspension:Rear

Recall 92V001Dec 2, 1992147,000 vehicles affected

Most common 1986 Subaru XT problems

Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Interior Lighting1
Exterior Lighting1
Unknown Or Other1

What owners report

1999-02-17, Unknown Or Other
DIGITAL INSTRUMENT PANEL IS VIRTUALLY IMPOSSIBLE TO READ DURING DAYLIGHT.
1997-09-04, Exterior Lighting
HEALIGHT SWITCH FAILED TWICE. *AK
1997-07-22, Interior Lighting
THE OWNER HAS REPLACED THE DASHBOARD SWITCH TWICE BECAUSE IT NO LONGER OPERATES. *AK

1986 Subaru XT questions

Does the 1986 Subaru XT have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1986 Subaru XT: Suspension:Rear. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1986 Subaru XT?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Interior Lighting (1), Exterior Lighting (1), Unknown Or Other (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1986 Subaru XT has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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