- The problem
- Excessive tolerance variation may have created a gap between the bumper bracket rail and the right front frame of the rear side member. This could result in insufficient spot welding adhesion at this location. Under rear impact conditions, bumper could break loose and damage the air vent hose. This may cause fuel to leak in access of the maximum requirement of fmvss 301. Consequence of defect: fuel leakage caused by a rear end collision may contribute to a fire if a source of ignition is present.
- The fix
- INSTALL A PROTECTOR KIT ON THE AIR VENT HOSE.
Engine & cooling
1985 Subaru XT Engine problems
No owner has filed a complaint about the 1985 Subaru XT's engine & cooling with NHTSA. Stalling, loss of power, oil consumption, overheating, head gaskets, timing chains and engine failure.
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Engine recalls for the 1985 Subaru XT
Engine complaints
No complaints about this area yet.
Subaru XT engine complaints by year
XT engine problems, every yearSource: 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