1986 Subaru XT recalls & problems

2 recalls 3 complaints

2recalls
3owner complaints
0crashes reported
0fires reported
0 / 0injuries / deaths

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1986 Subaru XT and 3 owner complaints. The part owners complain about most is exterior lighting (1 reports), followed by interior lighting (1). 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 XT 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 →

1986 Subaru XT problems by component

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuries
Exterior Lighting 1
 000
Interior Lighting 1
 000
Unknown or Other 1
 000

Latest owner complaints

Unknown or Other · Jul 7, 1998 · CA

Digital instrument panel is virtually impossible to read during daylight.

Exterior Lighting · Sep 4, 1997 · NH

Healight switch failed twice. *ak

Interior Lighting · Jul 22, 1997 · NH

The owner has replaced the dashboard switch twice because it no longer operates. *ak

Other Subaru XT years

1985 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991

Frequently asked questions

Does the 1986 Subaru XT have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls covering the 1986 Subaru XT, 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 XT?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are exterior lighting (1), interior lighting (1), unknown or other (1).