1990-1993 Subaru Legacy, Subaru Loyale and others recall: manual transmission

Subaru Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on March 23, 1994. It covers about 31,295 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 31,295
reported: Mar 23, 1994
owners notified: Jun 24, 1994
related complaints: 58

Power train: manual transmission

What is wrong: When the vehicle is driven continuously under extremely cold temperatures (-22 degrees f.) and high humidity weather conditions, the transmission breathing (air) vent can be blocked due to moisture freezing at the oil level gauge. If this occurs, pressure inside the transmission case will increase and push out the rear oil seal, causing transmission oil leakage. The lack of lubrication can burn the internal components of the transmission, cause the transmission to seize and the vehicle to come to a sudden stop.
Risk: Sudden stops without prior warning can cause vehicle occupants to be thrown around the vehicle and cause loss of vehicle control which can result in an accident.
Remedy: Dealers will modify the oil gauge pipe and modify the oil level gauge (dipstick) or replace it, depending on the type of dipstick in the vehicle.

Recall number 94V052000

Affected vehicles

Subaru Legacy 1990-1993 1990 1991 1992 1993
Subaru Loyale 1990-1993 1990 1991 1992 1993
Subaru XT6 1990-1993 1990 1991 1992 1993

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 58 complaints about transmission problems.

1990 Subaru Legacy 1991 Subaru Legacy 1992 Subaru Legacy 1993 Subaru Legacy 1990 Subaru Loyale 1991 Subaru Loyale 1992 Subaru Loyale 1993 Subaru Loyale 1990 Subaru XT6 1991 Subaru XT6 1992 Subaru XT6 1993 Subaru XT6

Questions about recall 94V052000

Is there a recall on the 1990-1993 Subaru Legacy, Subaru Loyale and others manual transmission?

Yes. Recall 94V052000, reported on March 23, 1994, covers about 31,295 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 94V052000?

Dealers will modify the oil gauge pipe and modify the oil level gauge (dipstick) or replace it, depending on the type of dipstick in the vehicle.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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