- 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
1990 Subaru XT Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1990 Subaru XT have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in October 2005 for the fuel system, gasoline.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical XT year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1990 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.
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Subaru XT: every year compared
All XT years1990 Subaru XT vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 Subaru XT | 0 | 2 | B | |
| 1990 Subaru Legacy | 84 | 4 | C | Compare |
| 1990 Subaru Justy | 16 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1990 Subaru Loyale | 14 | 4 | C | Compare |
| 1990 Subaru SVX | 3 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 1990 Subaru Impreza | 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 1990 Subaru XT
Does the 1990 Subaru XT have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1990 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.
How many complaints has the 1990 Subaru XT had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1990 Subaru XT a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 61 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than 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 1990 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