- 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 GL Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 9 complaints about the 1989 Subaru GL with NHTSA, most often about the seats & seat belts (5) and the acceleration & cruise control (2). Those complaints describe 2 crashes and 1 injury. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in October 2005 for the fuel system, gasoline. For comparison, the 1988 has 17.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical GL year, for its age
#102 most complained-about 1989 vehicle
- Complaints
- 9
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 2
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1989 Subaru GL problems
Share of all 9 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1989 Subaru GL 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
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9 complaints about the 1989 Subaru GL
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Brakes were replaced at ~100,000 miles. Both front rotors and pads as well as rear drums and shoes. All done by subaru dealer in sping of 98. As of spring of 01 and less than 12,000 miles later the brakes have self destructed do to rust. Never have we had this problem with this car before. Only since recent year subaru brake assemblies have been installed. Subaru is not standing behind this. Will have this job done at an independent shop that will stand behind their brakes.*Ak
The automatic transmission linkage lock out failed. (That is the component that prevents shifting from nuetral to reverse faild and the car went into reverse from nuetral.
Failure on the transmission when the vehicle was put in reverse the vehicle suddenly accelearated causing the consumer to have an accident. *Ak
Front lap/shoulder belt will not retract on passenger and driver side. Tt *jb
The front passenger side seat belt buckle when latched the buckle came loose . Tt
Front passenger automatic seatbelts inoperative, belts stuck on track and won't move up or down. Tt
Stopped at stop sign all of a sudden car just accelerated,caused accident. Tt
Ask for ext 597. Front and rear passenger seat belt engages and releases intermittently. Tt
Driver seat belt is inoperative and the passenger side latches sometimes. Tt
Subaru GL: every year compared
All GL years1989 Subaru GL vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 Subaru GL | 9 | 1 | C | |
| 1989 Subaru Justy | 11 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 1989 Subaru Loyale | 3 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 1989 Subaru DL | 2 | 1 | C | 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 GL
Does the 1989 Subaru GL have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1989 Subaru GL: 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 GL?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the seats & seat belts (5), acceleration & cruise control (2), transmission & drivetrain (1).
How many complaints has the 1989 Subaru GL had?
9 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on February 27, 1995 and the latest on November 14, 2001. Of these, 2 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 1 injury and 0 deaths.
Is the 1989 Subaru GL a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 46 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Subaru GL 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 GL years have the most complaints?
1987 (17), 1988 (17), 1986 (14). See every Subaru GL year compared.
What should I do if my 1989 Subaru GL 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