Recall 89V028000: 1988–1989 Subaru Justy

Report received

Feb 28, 1989

Manufacturer

Subaru of america, inc.

Potentially affected

15,000vehicles

Model years

1988–1989

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

Due to the design of the transmission case dipstick and the fluid level checking method, there may be insufficient lubrication of the 4 wheel drive extension housing bearing.

Possible consequence

This could cause bearing seizure and possible rear wheellockup, which could result in an accident.

Remedy

Install modified dipstick and insert information in owners manual on the correct fluid level checking procedures.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 1988 Subaru Justy4 complaints
• 1989 Subaru Justy11 complaints