1989 Subaru XT recalls & problems

2 recalls 2 complaints

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

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1989 Subaru XT and 2 owner complaints. The part owners complain about most is engine and engine cooling (1 reports), followed by seat belts (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.

1989 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 →

Power Train · NHTSA 91V082000 · May 30, 1991

Problem: Under certain load conditions, the park gear may not disengage immediately when the transmission lever is moved from park to reverse.

Risk: Delayed release of transmission from park causes delayedand possibly abrupt vehicle movement that could result in loss of vehiclecontrol and an accident.

Fix: Install a modified parking brake pawl to prevent delayed release into reverse gear.

76,000 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

1989 Subaru XT problems by component

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuries
Engine and Engine Cooling 1
 000
Seat Belts 1
 000

Latest owner complaints

Engine and Engine Cooling · Jun 6, 2002 · IN

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

Seat Belts · Feb 10, 1995 · VA

Driverside motorized seatbelt harness prematurely locks up when exiting from vehicle causing belt to grab driver's neck. Tt

Other Subaru XT years

1985 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991

Frequently asked questions

Does the 1989 Subaru XT have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls covering the 1989 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 1989 Subaru XT?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are engine and engine cooling (1), seat belts (1).