1993 SUBARU LOYALE
1 recalls, 16 complaints - 14 TSBs
94V052000 Mar 23, 1994
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Defect Description
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 A... Read more
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.
Complaint Statistics
16 total complaints
2 crashes 1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 2 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE) | 1 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM | 1 |
| SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER | 1 |
| WHEELS:MULTI PIECE | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 1 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jan 10, 2002
Incident date: Jan 8, 2002
VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A 20-25 MPH FRONTAL COLLISION IN WHICH THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY . PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. NLM
Crash
1 injured
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Apr 27, 2000
Incident date: Dec 24, 1997
THIS CAR HAS DIED ON THREE OCCASIONS WITH NO WARNING, AND WITH ONE INCIDENT OCCURING ON THE INTERSTATE AT 60+ MPH. DEALER HAS BEEN UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM AFTER MULTIPLE ATTEMPTS. MY CONCERN IS SAFETY - THIS FORTUNATELY HAS SO FAR NOT RESULTED IN ANY INJURY. THE DEALER HAS NOT REPORTED THI... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Oct 11, 1999
Incident date: Jun 6, 1999
THE NUT WORKED LOOSE OFF OF THE OIL PUMP GEAR. THE GEAR WALKED FOWARD,EATING THRUGH THE TIMING COVER,FINALLY WIPING OUT THE TIMING ASSEMBLY. FINAL RESULT - THE ENGINE LOST OIL PRESSURE AND THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO RUN,CAUSING THE ENGINE TO SEIZE IN TRAFFIC.ENGINE WAS A LOSS. THIS ALL COULD OF BEEN ... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
Aug 6, 1999
Incident date: Jul 1, 1999
WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH THE HOOD FLEW OPEN, SAFETY LATCH WAS STUCK DUE TO CORROSION. DEALER NOT AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. PROBLEMS STILL OCCURS. PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Aug 30, 1998
FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM FAILED DURING COLD OR HUMID WEATHER, CAUSING VEHICLE TO LOSE POWER. ALSO ELETRICAL SYSTEM AND POWER WINDOWS FAILED.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 30, 1998
FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM FAILED DURING COLD OR HUMID WEATHER, CAUSING VEHICLE TO LOSE POWER. ALSO ELETRICAL SYSTEM AND POWER WINDOWS FAILED.
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Aug 30, 1998
FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM FAILED DURING COLD OR HUMID WEATHER, CAUSING VEHICLE TO LOSE POWER. ALSO ELETRICAL SYSTEM AND POWER WINDOWS FAILED.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Oct 21, 1997
Incident date: Jan 10, 1997
VEHICLE3 HESITATES WHILE ACCELERATING THEN SHUTS DOWN AND COMES TO A STOP. ALSO ENGINE CHECK LIGHT COMES ON/OFF. *AK
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 21, 1997
Incident date: Jan 10, 1997
VEHICLE3 HESITATES WHILE ACCELERATING THEN SHUTS DOWN AND COMES TO A STOP. ALSO ENGINE CHECK LIGHT COMES ON/OFF. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Jun 9, 1997
Incident date: May 9, 1997
THE VEHICLE HAS AN OIL LEAKAGE THAT IS POSING AN IGNITION HAZARD. *AK
WHEELS:MULTI PIECE
Jun 19, 1996
Incident date: Feb 1, 1994
WHEEL BEARINGS CONTINUALLY FAIL, MAKING NOISE. *DH
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
Apr 17, 1996
Incident date: Jun 1, 1994
SEAT RELEASE KNOBS ARE DIRECTLY BEHIND PASSENGERS HEAD, WHICH COULD CAUSE INJURY IF HIT FROM BEHIND. *DSH
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM
Feb 29, 1996
Incident date: Nov 29, 1993
VEHICLE HESITATES, ESPECIALLY WHEN COLD. *DSH
POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
Jul 7, 1995
Incident date: Jun 20, 1995
DRIVING VEHICLE AT SPEED 30 MPH, GOING OVER UNEVEN PAVEMENT HWY, 5 SPEED, 4 WHEEL DRIVE KICK IN CAUSING A LOSS OF CONTROL OF VEHICLE, IMPACT 12:00. *AK
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
May 5, 1995
Incident date: Apr 3, 1993
WHILE GOING UP HILL VEHICLE STALLS OUT WITH NO PRIOR WARNING. TT
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
Apr 13, 1995
Incident date: Apr 12, 1995
WHILE DRIVING AT ANY IDLE SPEED CONTROL MODULE FAILED ,RESULTING IN LOSS OF POWER. TT
EPA Fuel Economy, 1993 SUBARU LOYALE
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 24.0 | 22.0 | Regular | $2,850 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 22.0 | 29.0 | 25.0 | Regular | $2,500 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1993 SUBARU LOYALE
14 manufacturer communications from 8 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 9 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 1 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
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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
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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
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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
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14-22-16R
Aug 4, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
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01-181-20
Apr 30, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
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May 21, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
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14-22-16R
May 6, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
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106896R
Aug 15, 1998
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
VARIOUS INSTRUCTIONS AND PROCEDURES ON AIR CONDITIONING RETROFIT. *YC
SUBARU LOYALE - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the SUBARU LOYALE across all model years (1989, 1993).
9
Total Recalls
107
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
9
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths