1988 SUBARU DL
3 recalls, 11 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.
95V103006 May 24, 1995
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.
Consequence
THE SAFETY BELTS WOULD NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO AN OCCUPANT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PROPERLY BY INSERTING EACH LATCH PLATE INTO ITS BUCKLE, TUGGING ON THE BELT TO MAKE SUR... Read more
88V052000 Apr 5, 1988
SEAT BELTS
Defect Description
OMISSION OF INFORMATION SPECIFIED BY FMVSS 210 FROM OWNER MANUAL.
Consequence
FAILS TO MEET REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 210 REGARDING CHILDRESTRAINT SYSTEMS.
Remedy
ADHESIVE BACKED INSERTS WILL BE FURNISHED WITH THE CORRECT INFORMATION.
Complaint Statistics
11 total complaints
2 crashes 2 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM | 1 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT | 1 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM | 1 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
SEAT BELTS
Aug 27, 2002
Incident date: Jun 16, 2002
WHILE TRAVELING AT 25 MPH ANOTHER VEHICLE RAN A STOP SIGN AND HIT CONSUMER'S VEHICLE ON THE RIGHT FRONT BUMBER. DRIVER'S SIDE SEATBELT DIDN'T HOLD, RESULTING IN DRIVER SUSTAININ SERIOUS INJURIES. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
Crash
1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Nov 8, 2000
THE ENGINE REVED HIGH WHEN THE DRIVER PRESSED THE ACCELERATOR. THE VEHICLE WENT OUT OF CONTROL DUE TO THE ACCELERATOR STICKING AND THE DRIVER STRUCK A PEDESTRIAN AND OTHER VEHICLES. *YH
Crash
1 injured
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Mar 5, 1998
Incident date: Oct 1, 1997
VEHICLE HARD TO START IN COLD OR WET WEATHER.
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Nov 2, 1995
Incident date: Sep 16, 1995
REPLACED CLUTCH ASSEMBLY.
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Nov 2, 1995
Incident date: Sep 16, 1995
REPLACED E AXLES.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Nov 2, 1995
Incident date: Sep 16, 1995
REPLACED TIMING BELT.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Nov 2, 1995
Incident date: Sep 16, 1995
REPLACED WATER PUMP
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM
Nov 2, 1995
Incident date: Sep 16, 1995
INTAKE MANIFOLD WAS ENCRUSTED WITH COOLANT, CAUSING CARBURETOR LEAK. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
Nov 2, 1995
Incident date: Sep 16, 1995
REPLACED OXYGEN SENSOR.
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT
Nov 2, 1995
Incident date: Sep 16, 1995
REPLACED 5 CV BOOTS.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
May 23, 1995
Incident date: Jan 1, 1994
SEAT BELT BUCKLE APPEAR TO BE FASTEN, BUT MOST OF THE TIME IT COMES UNFASTENED. TT
Technical Service Bulletins, 1988 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