Recall 94V052000: 1990–1993 Subaru XT6 and 2 other models

Report received

Mar 23, 1994

Manufacturer

Subaru of america, inc.

Potentially affected

31,295vehicles

Model years

1990–1993

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

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.

Possible consequence

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.

Affected model years

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

• 1990 Subaru Legacy81 complaints
• 1991 Subaru Legacy78 complaints
• 1992 Subaru Legacy55 complaints
• 1993 Subaru Legacy77 complaints
• 1990 Subaru Loyale13 complaints
• 1991 Subaru Loyale13 complaints
• 1992 Subaru Loyale23 complaints
• 1993 Subaru Loyale13 complaints
• 1990 Subaru XT60 complaints
• 1991 Subaru XT60 complaints
• 1992 Subaru XT60 complaints
• 1993 Subaru XT60 complaints