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1990 Subaru XT6 problems

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Owner complaints
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Recalls
2
Service bulletins
10

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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

Steering: hydraulic power assist: pumpReported November 12, 1991 · 13,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The electronically controlled motor pump power steering system may malfunction, causing intermittent loss of power steering assist and requiring varying degrees of increased steering effort.
Risk
The intermittent nature of the power steering failurecan lead to loss of steering control and result in a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Install a modified signal controller and a modified power controller.

Recall number 91V193000 · Recall details

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Defect investigations

Power steering failureOpened August 29, 1991, closed November 22, 1991

There is no summary currently available

EA91037

Power steering failureOpened April 29, 1991, closed August 29, 1991

There is no summary currently available

PE91071

Technical service bulletins for the 1990 Subaru XT6 10

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2 recalls, covering power train and steering.

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