- 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
1989 Subaru DL Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1989 Subaru DL with NHTSA, most often about the seats & seat belts (2). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in October 2005 for the fuel system, gasoline. For comparison, the 1988 has 5.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical DL year, for its age
#187 most complained-about 1989 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1989 Subaru DL problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1989 Subaru DL recalls 1
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
What owners say
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2 complaints about the 1989 Subaru DL
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
1) Passenger front seat belt fails to remain latched. 2) Check engine light illuminates due to build up of combustion. Please describe details. Tt
Experiences intermittent failure, when driver's shoulder/lap belt won't come completely out to go around, and rear lap belts won't retract all the way. Tt
Subaru DL: every year compared
All DL years1989 Subaru DL vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 Subaru DL | 2 | 1 | C | |
| 1989 Subaru Justy | 11 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 1989 Subaru GL | 9 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1989 Subaru Loyale | 3 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 1989 Subaru XT | 2 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1989 Subaru Legacy | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1989 Subaru Subaru | 1 | 0 | A | 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 1989 Subaru DL
Does the 1989 Subaru DL have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1989 Subaru DL: fuel system, gasoline (October 2005). 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 1989 Subaru DL?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the seats & seat belts (2).
How many complaints has the 1989 Subaru DL had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on April 4, 1995 and the latest on April 25, 1995. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1989 Subaru DL a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 57 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as 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 1989 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