- 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 XT Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1989 Subaru XT with NHTSA, most often about the engine & cooling (1) and the seats & seat belts (1). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in October 2005 for the fuel system, gasoline. For comparison, the 1988 has 2 and the 1990 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical XT year, for its age
#187 most complained-about 1989 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1989 Subaru XT problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1989 Subaru XT recalls 2
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
- Under certain load conditions, the park gear may not disengage immediately when the transmission lever is moved from park to reverse.
- The risk
- Delayed release of transmission from park causes delayedand possibly abrupt vehicle movement that could result in loss of vehiclecontrol and an accident.
- The fix
- Install a modified parking brake pawl to prevent delayed release into reverse gear.
What owners say
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2 complaints about the 1989 Subaru XT
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
There is oil leaking slowing from the drain plug area. No matter how tight consumer tightens it there is still a slow leak. Consumer feels this may cause a fire. *Ak *tt
Driverside motorized seatbelt harness prematurely locks up when exiting from vehicle causing belt to grab driver's neck. Tt
Subaru XT: every year compared
All XT years1989 Subaru XT vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 Subaru XT | 2 | 2 | C | |
| 1989 Subaru Justy | 11 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 1989 Subaru GL | 9 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1989 Subaru Loyale | 3 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 1989 Subaru DL | 2 | 1 | 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 XT
Does the 1989 Subaru XT have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1989 Subaru XT: fuel system, gasoline (October 2005); automatic transmission (May 1991). 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 XT?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the engine & cooling (1), seats & seat belts (1).
How many complaints has the 1989 Subaru XT had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on February 10, 1995 and the latest on June 6, 2002. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1989 Subaru XT a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Subaru XT 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 XT years have the most complaints?
1986 (3), 1988 (2), 1989 (2). See every Subaru XT year compared.
What should I do if my 1989 Subaru XT 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