- The problem
- 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 turbo engines. These filters are packaged as wix, napa, and carquest brand fuel filters. Certain spx filtran fuel filters with a 90-degree angle inlet tube, model 800f300-s2, sold as replacement filters for 19983-1994 subaru vehicles with efi or turbo engines. These filters are packaged as wix, napa, and carquest brand fuel filters. Fuel may leak from the filter due to non-conforming brazing welds where the inlet tube is connected to the filter can.
- The risk
- In the presence of an ignition source, a vehicle fire can occur.
- The fix
- 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.
Vehicle safety record
1987 Subaru DL Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1987 Subaru DL with NHTSA, most often about the fuel system (1) and the suspension (1). It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in October 2005 for the fuel system, gasoline. For comparison, the 1986 has 1 and the 1988 has 5.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical DL year, for its age
#138 most complained-about 1987 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1987 Subaru DL problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1987 Subaru DL recalls 3
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- The inner arms of the rear suspension are subject to corrosion in areas where road salt is used heavily in winter.
- The risk
- Operation and control of the vehicle can be adverselyaffected by corrosion of the inner control arms.
- The fix
- Rustproof or replace the inner control arms as necessary.
- The problem
- The composition of certain non-genuine replacement preheat tubes can cause combustion.
- The risk
- THIS COULD RESULT IN AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
- The fix
- INSTALL A MODIFIED DESIGN PREHEAT TUBE.
What owners say
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2 complaints about the 1987 Subaru DL
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
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. If this leak happens on the suction side of fuel pump it is elusive and dangerous. *Nm
AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM FAILED, CAUSING A LEAK. *SD
Subaru DL: every year compared
All DL years1987 Subaru DL vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 Subaru DL | 2 | 3 | D | |
| 1987 Subaru GL | 17 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 1987 Subaru Subaru | 4 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1987 Subaru Legacy | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1987 Subaru XT | 1 | 2 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1987 Subaru DL
Does the 1987 Subaru DL have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 1987 Subaru DL: fuel system, gasoline (October 2005); rear (December 1992); fuel system, gasoline (June 1989). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1987 Subaru DL?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the fuel system (1), suspension (1).
How many complaints has the 1987 Subaru DL had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on September 27, 1995 and the latest on October 21, 2006. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1987 Subaru DL a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 29 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Subaru DL year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Subaru DL years have the most complaints?
1988 (5), 1987 (2), 1989 (2). See every Subaru DL year compared.
What should I do if my 1987 Subaru DL has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data