Out of the four new tires that were purchased two tires in the rear blewout while consumer was driving. Contacted dealer and they were not willing to do anything. Replacement tires, 50000 miles, p175/70r13, mounted on a subaru, royal, 1990. *ak consumer state tire side wall blew out. Dot. # mkev5bhr 195.
The worst 1990 Subaru Loyale problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Engine5
- Seat belts5
- Tires3
- Transmission2
- Electrical1
Problems by type
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- Engine5
- Seat belts5
- Tires3
- Transmission2
- Electrical1
Recalls 4
Seat belts: front: buckle assembly
- What is wrong
- The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. These red plastic release buttons are marked "press." if a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly.
- Risk
- The safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. They should ensure that both buckles are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tugging on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked, and then pressing the release button. The latch plate should pop out of the buckle when the button is pressed. If either release button shows a sign of breaking or cracking or if either buckle fails to operate properly, owners should promptly contact their authorized dealer to schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired, free of charge. The manufacturer is developing a remedy designed to prevent failure of the buttons that are not currently broken.
Recall number 95V103006 · Recall details
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 · Recall details
Power train: automatic transmission
- What is wrong
- Transmission shift linkage may be incorrectly adjusted and would not be engaged in a full park position when placed in park.
- Risk
- If transmission park mechanism is not in park while thevehicle is running or on an incline, a runaway situation would occur whichcould result in a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Repair the transmission park mechanism.
Recall number 91V091000 · Recall details
Power train: automatic transmission
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Remedy
- Install a modified parking brake pawl to prevent delayed release into reverse gear.
Recall number 91V082000 · Recall details
See all 4 recalls for the 1990 Subaru Loyale
Defect investigations
Takata seat belt buckle failure
There is no summary currently available
EA95008
Hood latch failure
There is no summary currently available
PE94051
Reverse delayed engagement
There is no summary currently available
PE91039
Technical service bulletins for the 1990 Subaru Loyale 11
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
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- This bulletin is to advise of SOA’s revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure.
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- Special Service Tools Cross Reference List.
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- Subaru Service and Technical Support Line Newletter.
- Various instructions and procedures on air conditioning retrofit
What 1990 Subaru Loyale owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Firestone tire (p185 70 r13) experienced tread separation.
Car leaks oil on tail pipe, causing oil to burn and smoke.
Transmission leaks fluid/ horn has no sound when it's hit and right front tire makes grinding noise, like metal to metal. Had taken to dealer at least 6 times. Nothing was found that could be corrected.
Power seat belt motor failed.
While driving vehicle the water pump broke. Please describe details.
Engine heads cracked, causing vehicle to stall/oil leaks.
2 front automatic seat belts are not locking up in sudden stopping situation. Tt
Transmission problem gasket leak. Tt
The front driver's side seat belt buckle is some times very hard to lock . Tt
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Questions about the 1990 Subaru Loyale
Is the 1990 Subaru Loyale reliable?
Owners have filed 13 complaints about the 1990 Subaru Loyale, close to a typical Loyale model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1990 Subaru Loyale?
Engine and cooling, with 5 complaints. Next is seat belts (5).
How many recalls does the 1990 Subaru Loyale have?
4 recalls, covering seat belts and power train.
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