1986 Subaru DL recalls & problems

3 recalls 1 complaint

3recalls
1owner complaints
0crashes reported
1fires reported
0 / 0injuries / deaths

NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1986 Subaru DL and 1 owner complaint. The part owners complain about most is electrical system (1 reports). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers – enter your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your car still has an open recall.

1986 Subaru DL recalls

Fuel System, Gasoline · NHTSA 05E065000 · Oct 5, 2005

Problem: Certain spx filtran fuel filters with a 45-degree angle inlet tube, model 800F350-s1, sold as replacement filters for 1993-1997 ford probe,1993-2001 mazda 626 and mx-6, and 1983-1994 loyal, 3-door coupe, hatchback, sedan, wagon, brat, dl, gl, gl-10, rx, xt, and xt6 passenger vehicles with efi or turbo engines. These filters are packaged as wix, napa, and carquest brand fuel filters. Certain spx filtran fuel filters…

Risk: In the presence of an ignition source, a vehicle fire can occur.

Fix: Spx will notify its customers and provide a full refund. The recall began september 27, 2005. Owners may contact mr. Chris greeson at 704-869-3733 or contact the wix information hotline at 800-949-6698.

42,962 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

Suspension · NHTSA 92V001000 · Dec 2, 1992

Problem: The inner arms of the rear suspension are subject to corrosion in areas where road salt is used heavily in winter.

Risk: Operation and control of the vehicle can be adverselyaffected by corrosion of the inner control arms.

Fix: Rustproof or replace the inner control arms as necessary.

147,000 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

Suspension · NHTSA 90V086000 · May 7, 1990

Problem: Continuous exposure to road salt could cause corrosion of rear suspension components, especially the inner arms.

Risk: The corrosion could affect the operation and control of the vehicle.

Fix: Rust proof or replace rear suspension, as necessary.

285,000 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

1986 Subaru DL problems by component

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuries
Electrical System 1
 010

Latest owner complaints

Electrical System · Jan 22, 1996 · OR · fire

Engine comparment fire, under the hood, electrical short. Tt

Other Subaru DL years

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 1986 Subaru DL have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls covering the 1986 Subaru DL, the most recent one (05E065000) for fuel system, gasoline. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

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

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are electrical system (1).

Have there been crashes or injuries linked to the 1986 Subaru DL?

Owners reported 0 crashes, 1 fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths in complaints to NHTSA. These are unverified owner reports, not findings of fault.