1987 SUBARU DL
3 recalls, 2 complaints - 13 TSBs
05E065000 Oct 5, 2005
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Defect Description
CERTAIN SPX FILTRAN FUEL FILTERS WITH A 45-DEGREE ANGLE INLET TUBE, MODEL 800F350-S1, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT FILTERS FOR 1993-1997 FORD PROBE,1993-2001 MAZDA 626 AND MX-6, AND 1983-1994 LOYAL, 3-DOOR COUPE, HATCHBACK, SEDAN, WAGON, BRAT, DL, GL, GL-10, RX, XT, AND XT6 PASSENGER VEHICLES WITH EFI OR TUR... Read more
Consequence
IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A VEHICLE FIRE CAN OCCUR.
Remedy
SPX WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND PROVIDE A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN SEPTEMBER 27, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MR. CHRIS GREESON AT 704-869-3733 OR CONTACT THE WIX INFORMATION HOTLINE AT 800-949-6698.
92V001000 Dec 2, 1992
SUSPENSION:REAR
Defect Description
THE INNER ARMS OF THE REAR SUSPENSION ARE SUBJECT TO CORROSION IN AREAS WHERE ROAD SALT IS USED HEAVILY IN WINTER.
Consequence
OPERATION AND CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE CAN BE ADVERSELYAFFECTED BY CORROSION OF THE INNER CONTROL ARMS.
Remedy
RUSTPROOF OR REPLACE THE INNER CONTROL ARMS AS NECESSARY.
89V103000 Jun 23, 1989
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Defect Description
THE COMPOSITION OF CERTAIN NON-GENUINE REPLACEMENT PREHEAT TUBES CAN CAUSE COMBUSTION.
Consequence
THIS COULD RESULT IN AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
Remedy
INSTALL A MODIFIED DESIGN PREHEAT TUBE.
Complaint Statistics
2 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM | 1 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 1 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Oct 21, 2006
Incident date: Sep 28, 2004
TIME IS A KEY FACTOR, AS WELL AS PLACES THAT RUST VEHICLES SOONER THAN OTHERS. THE FAILURE IS A FUEL DAMPER AND/OR FUEL LINES AND/OR FUEL PUMP. THE CONSEQUENCES ARE SMELL OF FUEL, LEAKS, ERRATIC ENGINE, AND LEAD ON ONE OCCASION TO A LEAN CONDITION THAT FAILED A TIMING BELT. THE FUEL PUMP ALSO FAILED... Read more
SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM
Mar 14, 1996
Incident date: Sep 27, 1995
AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM FAILED, CAUSING A LEAK. *SD
Technical Service Bulletins, 1987 SUBARU DL
13 manufacturer communications from 7 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 9 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
15-302-22
Aug 23, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
15-302-22
Aug 23, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
01-167-08R
Aug 23, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
15-192-22R
Mar 18, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL 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 Denso CP1 Infotainment).
01-167-08R
Jun 17, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models
01-167-08R
Jun 17, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models
09-51-08R
Jun 7, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin is to advise of SOAa??s revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure.
09-51-08R
Jun 7, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin is to advise of SOAa??s revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure.
14-22-16R
Feb 1, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
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.
14-22-16R
Aug 4, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Special Service Tools Cross Reference List.
01-181-20
Apr 30, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
All Models (Vehicle Cleaning- COVID-19Best Practices)
Subaru Tech Tips
May 21, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Subaru Service and Technical Support Line Newletter.
14-22-16R
May 6, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
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.
NHTSA Safety Investigations, SUBARU DL
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
DP96010
Opened: Jul 2, 1996 , Closed: Oct 24, 1996
SEAT BELT FAILURE
THE AGENCY WAS PETITIONED TO INVESTIGATED WHETHER THE DRIVER SEAT BELT ON THE 1988 MODEL YEAR SUBARU DL STATION WAGON IS DEFECTIVE. THE PETITIONER ALLEGED THAT DURING A ROLLOVER CRASH, THE SEAT BELT DID NOT PROPERLY RESTRAINT HIM FROM HITTING HIS HEAD ON THE ROOF OF THE VEHICLE.
PE90055
Opened: Mar 12, 1990 , Closed: May 14, 1990
TRAILING ARM CORROSION
There is no summary currently available
PE89122
Opened: May 18, 1989 , Closed: Jun 29, 1989
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
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DP85023
Opened: May 10, 1985 , Closed: May 30, 1985
EXCESSIVE RUSTING OF MACPHERSON STRUT FR
EXCESSIVE RUSTING OF MACPHERSON STRUT FRONT SUSPENSION TOWER
SUBARU DL - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the SUBARU DL across all model years (1980, 1989).
20
Total Recalls
17
Total Complaints
4
Investigations
2
Reported Crashes
1
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths