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1989 SUBARU JUSTY

2 recalls, 11 complaints - 13 TSBs

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
100,825 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
89V028000 Feb 28, 1989
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Defect Description
DUE TO THE DESIGN OF THE TRANSMISSION CASE DIPSTICK AND THE FLUID LEVEL CHECKING METHOD, THERE MAY BE INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION OF THE 4 WHEEL DRIVE EXTENSION HOUSING BEARING.
Consequence
THIS COULD CAUSE BEARING SEIZURE AND POSSIBLE REAR WHEELLOCKUP, WHICH COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy
INSTALL MODIFIED DIPSTICK AND INSERT INFORMATION IN OWNERS MANUAL ON THE CORRECT FLUID LEVEL CHECKING PROCEDURES.
15,000 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

Complaint Statistics

11 total complaints 1 crashes 2 deaths

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION4
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY3
STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD1
SUSPENSION:FRONT1
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR1
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER1
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Sep 16, 2002
Incident date: Oct 1, 1998
I FEEL THE DIPSTICK PROBLEM CAUSE THIS CAR'S TRANSMISSION TO BECOME DEFECTIVE. *AK
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Apr 13, 2000
Incident date: Aug 21, 1998
TRANSMISSION FAILED WHILE TRAVELING, ALSO, FAILURE LOCKED GEAR INTO DRIVE, AND WAS UNABLE TO SHIFT OUT. DEALER/MANUACTURER CONTACTED, AND SAID TAHT THERE WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO. *AK *ML
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER Mar 24, 1999
Incident date: Mar 24, 1997
WHEN A/C BUTTON IS PRESSED, IT BLOWS OUT WARM AIR RATHER THAN COLD. DEALER CONTACTED APPROXIMATELY FIVE TIMES AND CANNOT REMEDY THE PROBLEM. PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR Apr 9, 1996
Incident date: Mar 9, 1996
FAILURE ON THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR, BELT WILL NOT RETRACT. *AK
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY Feb 22, 1996
Incident date: Oct 20, 1995
SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILED PRIOR TO RECALL (95V-103.006). *AK
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY Sep 29, 1995
Incident date: May 31, 1992
SEAT BELT BUCKLES/LATCH FAILED TO HOLD SECURE DURING ACCIDENT, CAUSING DRIVER TO BE THROWN FROM VEHICLE, RESULTING IN TWO DEATHS. *SKD
Crash 2 deaths
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Aug 18, 1995
Incident date: Aug 18, 1995
VEHICLE VIBRATES WHILE DRIVING, TRANSMISSION LIGHTS COMES ON IN THE DASHBOARD. TT
SUSPENSION:FRONT Aug 4, 1995
Incident date: Jul 7, 1995
FRONT SUSPENSION FAILURE, REAR BEARING FROZE THE U-JOINT CAUSING TIRE TO FAIL. TT
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Apr 20, 1995
Incident date: Nov 20, 1993
ECIT TRANSMISSION. HEARD LOUD THUMP TRANSMISSION DIED. CAUSING VEHICLE TO STALL. TT
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY Feb 23, 1995
Incident date: Feb 3, 1995
DRIVERS SIDE SEATBELT WILL NOT LATCH DUE TO LATCH THAT THE BUCKLE FITS INTO BTROKE AND PIECES OF OPLASTIC FELL INTO THE LATCH. TT
STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD Feb 1, 1995
Incident date: Dec 26, 1993
HOOD FLEW UP WHILE DRIVING. THIS IS THE SECOND INCIDENT. TT

EPA Fuel Economy, 1989 SUBARU JUSTY

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
1.2L 3-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) (Front-Wheel Drive) 28.0 31.0 30.0 Regular $2,100
1.2L 3-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 29.0 33.0 31.0 Regular $2,000

CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Subcompact Cars)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins, 1989 SUBARU JUSTY

13 manufacturer communications from 7 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT9
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM3
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING1
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 JUSTY

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

PE94051 Opened: Jun 29, 1994 , Closed: Oct 31, 1994
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1987
HOOD LATCH FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
DP90015 Opened: Aug 8, 1990 , Closed: Nov 14, 1990
DP, Closed , Model Year: 1988
STALLING & TRANSMISSION
STALLING & TRANSMISSION

SUBARU JUSTY - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the SUBARU JUSTY across all model years (1987, 1991).

9 Total Recalls
56 Total Complaints
2 Investigations
4 Reported Crashes
2 Reported Fires
2 Reported Deaths

SUBARU JUSTY - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
1995 0 1 View
1994 0 1 View
1993 0 4 View
1992 0 3 View
1991 1 9 View
1990 1 18 View
1989 (current) 2 11
1988 4 9 View
1987 1 0 View

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