1989 Subaru XT Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 1989 Subaru XT has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Seat Belts (1 report).

1Recalls
2Owner 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.

1989 Subaru XT recalls

Power Train:Automatic Transmission

Recall 91V082May 30, 199176,000 vehicles affected

Most common 1989 Subaru XT problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Seat Belts1
Engine And Engine Cooling1

What owners report

2002-06-06, Engine And Engine Cooling
THERE IS OIL LEAKING SLOWING FROM THE DRAIN PLUG AREA. NO MATTER HOW TIGHT CONSUMER TIGHTENS IT THERE IS STILL A SLOW LEAK. CONSUMER FEELS THIS MAY CAUSE A FIRE. *AK *TT
1995-02-10, Seat Belts
DRIVERSIDE MOTORIZED SEATBELT HARNESS PREMATURELY LOCKS UP WHEN EXITING FROM VEHICLE CAUSING BELT TO GRAB DRIVER'S NECK. TT

1989 Subaru XT questions

Does the 1989 Subaru XT have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1989 Subaru XT: Power Train:Automatic Transmission. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1989 Subaru XT?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seat Belts (1), Engine And Engine Cooling (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1989 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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