1991 Subaru Loyale Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1991 Subaru Loyale. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 94V052000Mar 23, 199431,295 vehicles potentially affected
  Power train › Manual transmission
  Covers: Subaru Loyale 1990–1993, Legacy 1990–1993, XT6 1990–1993

  Reported issue: 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…

  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.

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• 91V091000Jun 11, 199119,763 vehicles potentially affected
  Power train › Automatic transmission
  Covers: Subaru Loyale 1990–1991

  Reported issue: Transmission shift linkage may be incorrectly adjusted and would not be engaged in a full park position when placed in park.

  Possible consequence: If transmission park mechanism is not in park while thevehicle is running or on an incline, a runaway situation would occur whichcould result in a vehicle accident.

  Remedy: Repair the transmission park mechanism.

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