1994 Subaru SVX Problems
- Complaints
- 28filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 99,722miles, 6 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 18 mpgcombined, 3.3L 6-cyl FWD · 15 city / 23 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1994 Subaru SVX (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 28 consumer complaints for the 1994 Subaru SVX. The part named most often is transmission and drivetrain, with 22 complaints (79% of the total), followed by brakes (2) and suspension (2). 6 of the complaints include a mileage, and 0% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 99,722 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 10 technical service bulletins for this model year.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes2 7.1%
- Suspension2 7.1%
- Vehicle speed control2 7.1%
- Other or unknown1 3.6%
- Tires1 3.6%
Example complaints
Transmission and drivetrain: “I had transmission failure of the 3rd and 4th gears that started out as gears slipping, then the transmission stopped shifting to 3rd and 4th all together. I did not do anything to fix the problem because it is too expensive. I had to buy another car just to get to and from work since it was cheape, and I have been letting the car sit in my driveway.”
NHTSA complaint #10090859, filed 2004-09, 121,500 milesBrakes: “Due to carbon forming around the throttle body, the throttle was in open position, resulting in unexpected acceleration. The braking system did not to work properly, which almost caused an accident. Dealer said the reason the carbon was forming around the throttle body was due to the fact that the occupant did not drive the vehicle as much.”
NHTSA complaint #826861, filed 1998-08Vehicle speed control: “When you depress the accelerator in need of an emergency speed increase the car goes into neutral rather than going into a gear. An accident has not occurred yet, however I've had some rather dangerous situations that it would have been nice to not have the car fail to move in.”
NHTSA complaint #754699, filed 2001-11Mileage when problems were reported
0% of the 6 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 85,276 and 116,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1994 Subaru SVX version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SVX FWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 15 | 23 | 18 | $4,550 |
| SVX AWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 15 | 23 | 18 | $4,550 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1994 Subaru SVX in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 10 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 10219492Aug 23, 2022Equipment. This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
- 10219491Aug 23, 2022Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
- 10209915Mar 18, 2022Electrical system. This bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic essential information during diagnosis and repair of the Infotainment concerns. (Applicable to all models with Harman or…
- 10198758Jun 17, 2021Equipment, Electrical system. This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models
- 10198749Jun 7, 2021Equipment, Engine cooling. This bulletin is to advise of SOAâs revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure.
- 10187315Feb 1, 2021Equipment. To help reduce confusion and increase technician efficiency, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has developed the following cross reference list to help locate the appropriate Special Service Tool.
- 10179378Aug 4, 2020Equipment. Special Service Tools Cross Reference List.
- 10174543Apr 30, 2020Equipment. All Models (Vehicle Cleaning- COVID-19Best Practices)
- 10161824May 21, 2019Equipment. Subaru Service and Technical Support Line Newletter.
- 10161813May 6, 2019Equipment. To help reduce confusion and increase technician efficiency, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has developed the following cross reference list to help locate the appropriate Special Service Tool.
Other model years of the Subaru SVX
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 20 | 101,784 | 0 | — | 18 | — | Stable |
| 1994 | 28 | 99,722 | 0 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1992 | 231 | 115,290 | 0 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1994 Subaru SVX have?
NHTSA recorded 28 consumer complaints for the 1994 Subaru SVX as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1994 Subaru SVX is reported most often?
Transmission and drivetrain is named most often, in 22 complaints (79% of the total), followed by brakes with 2.
Has the 1994 Subaru SVX been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1994 Subaru SVX get?
The EPA rates the 1994 Subaru SVX (SVX, 3.3L 6-cyl) at 18 mpg combined, 15 city and 23 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,550 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1994 Subaru SVX reported?
Among the 6 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 99,722 miles and the middle half falls between 85,276 and 116,000 miles; 0% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.