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Vehicle safety record
1996 Subaru SVX Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 1996 Subaru SVX with NHTSA, most often about the transmission & drivetrain (2) and the suspension (1). There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 1995 has 20 and the 1997 has 2.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical SVX year, for its age
#224 most complained-about 1996 vehicle
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1996 Subaru SVX problems
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No recalls for the 1996 Subaru SVX
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1996 Subaru SVX. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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3 complaints about the 1996 Subaru SVX
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The following letter has been sent to subaru of america.... This letter is sent on the behalf of the many owners that have experienced multiple failures of the 4eat automatic transmission in the subaru svx. It is evident that there is a design flaw in the transmission that causes the premature failures for all model years. These failures have occurred in cars with very low mileage and continued to occur thereafter. Repair and/or replacment of the transmission is very expensive, costing approximately and, as of...
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this date, there has been no support from subaru. Understandably, the owners of these vehicles have become quite angry at subaru's lack of response or acknowledgement that a problem even exists, and have consulted legal counsel regarding a class action lawsuit. To avoid an unpleasant and hostile situation, and in an effort to maintain good relations with the owners of your cars, the following solutions are demanded: 1. Subaru recalls and replaces the transmissions for all model years 2. Extends the transmission warranty to 100,000 miles for all model years unless a written response is received within 30 days, litigation will be instituted. Thank you for your anticipated courtesy and cooperation.
REAR WHEEL BEARINGS FAILED TWICE.
Subaru SVX: every year compared
All SVX years1996 Subaru SVX vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 Subaru SVX | 3 | 0 | B | |
| 1996 Subaru Legacy | 129 | 4 | D | Compare |
| 1996 Subaru Outback | 46 | 2 | A | Compare |
| 1996 Subaru Impreza | 26 | 3 | B | 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 1996 Subaru SVX
Does the 1996 Subaru SVX have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1996 Subaru SVX right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 1996 Subaru SVX?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the transmission & drivetrain (2), suspension (1).
How many complaints has the 1996 Subaru SVX had?
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 20, 1998 and the latest on October 1, 1999. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1996 Subaru SVX a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 74 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Subaru SVX 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 SVX years have the most complaints?
1992 (231), 1994 (28), 1995 (20). See every Subaru SVX year compared.
What should I do if my 1996 Subaru SVX 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