Recall 82V130000: 1981–1982 Subaru Subaru
- Report received
- Dec 20, 1982
- Manufacturer
- Subaru of america, inc.
- Potentially affected
- 94,564vehicles
- Model years
- 1981–1982
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
On certain vehicles, the front main wiring harness chafes against the threads of the rear battery hold down rod. Chafing of the wiring harness can lead to an electrical short caused by the exposed wires.
Remedy
The dealer will provide protective covers to be installed on the wiring harness and rear battery hold down rod. These protective covers will be provided free of charge.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1981 Subaru Subaru0 complaints
- 1982 Subaru Subaru1 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.