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1993 Subaru Loyale problems

The most common problem on the 1993 Subaru Loyale is engine and cooling. Its complaint count is close to a typical Loyale model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
13
Recalls
1
Service bulletins
11
Worst area
Engine

The worst 1993 Subaru Loyale problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Engine
    3
  • Acceleration
    2
  • Electrical
    2
  • Fuel system
    2
  • Airbags
    1

Problems by type

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  • Engine
    3
  • Acceleration
    2
  • Electrical
    2
  • Fuel system
    2
  • Airbags
    1
  • Locks
    1
  • Seats
    1
  • Transmission
    1
  • Visibility
    1
  • Wheels
    1

Recalls 1

Power train: manual transmissionReported March 23, 1994 · 31,295 vehicles affected
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

See all 1 recalls for the 1993 Subaru Loyale

Technical service bulletins for the 1993 Subaru Loyale 11

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 11 bulletins for the 1993 Subaru Loyale

What 1993 Subaru Loyale owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jan 10, 2002 · Airbags · NC · crash · 1 injury

Vehicle was involved in a 20-25 MPH frontal collision in which the driver and passenger air bags did not deploy . Please give any further details. Nlm

Filed Apr 23, 2000 · Engine · WA

This car has died on three occasions with no warning, and with one incident occuring on the interstate at 60+ MPH. Dealer has been unable to diagnose the problem after multiple attempts. My concern is safety - this fortunately has so far not resulted in any injury. The dealer has not reported this to manufacturer - said that it wasn't a warrany problem because they couldn't find the "problem".

Filed Oct 11, 1999 · Engine · NJ

The nut worked loose off of the oil pump gear. The gear walked foward,eating thrugh the timing cover,finally wiping out the timing assembly. Final result - the engine lost oil pressure and the engine continued to run,causing the engine to seize in traffic.engine was a loss. This all could of been avoided if a lock nut was used to hold the oil pump gear in place. A 5 cent nut cost me $3000.and placed my family in danger. Sad,sad,sad!

Filed Aug 6, 1999 · Locks · WI

While driving at 65 MPH the hood flew open, safety latch was stuck due to corrosion. Dealer not aware of the problem. Problems still occurs. Provide further information.

Filed Aug 30, 1998 · Electrical, Fuel system · CT

Fuel injection system failed during cold or humid weather, causing vehicle to lose power. Also eletrical system and power windows failed.

Filed Oct 21, 1997 · Acceleration · VA

Vehicle3 hesitates while accelerating then shuts down and comes to a stop. Also engine check light comes on/off.

Filed Jun 9, 1997 · Engine · VA

The vehicle has an oil leakage that is posing an ignition hazard.

Filed Feb 26, 1996 · Wheels · NY

Wheel bearings continually fail, making noise.

Filed Nov 2, 1995 · Fuel system · MD

Vehicle hesitates, especially when cold.

Filed Oct 11, 1995 · Seats · TX

Seat release knobs are directly behind passengers head, which could cause injury if hit from behind.

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Questions about the 1993 Subaru Loyale

Is the 1993 Subaru Loyale reliable?

Owners have filed 13 complaints about the 1993 Subaru Loyale, close to a typical Loyale model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1993 Subaru Loyale?

Engine and cooling, with 3 complaints. Next is acceleration (2).

How many recalls does the 1993 Subaru Loyale have?

1 recall, covering power train.

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