Subaru Baja 2005
Model Baja made in 2005 by Subaru got 12 consumer complains, 7 investigations there is 1 recall as well as 6 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling, equipment and fuel system, gasoline. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, power train and tires. The car had one investigation (fuel system, gasoline). There was one recall concerning fuel system, gasoline . The car has 2 modeles with engines 2.5, 2.5 turbo.
Model 2005
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | 4 | 21/28/24 | 23.7/35.4/27.8407 | Regular | 1126 | SPEC PURP VEH - S.U.V. - 4WD | |
| 2.5 Turbo | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | 4 | 19/25/21 | 20.8204/31.7754/24.6438 | Premium | 1392 | SPEC PURP VEH - S.U.V. - 4WD | |
| 2.5 | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | 4 | 21/27/23 | 23.7/34.2/27.4992 | Regular | 1174 | SPEC PURP VEH - S.U.V. - 4WD | |
| 2.5 Turbo | 4 | Semiautomatic, 4 gears | 4 | 18/23/20 | 20.5/29.5/23.7623 | Premium | 1462 | SPEC PURP VEH - S.U.V. - 4WD |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | ||||||||||||||||
| 09V277000 | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. | from 03/16/2004 to 04/18/2006 | V (Vehicle) | 15633 | 10/23/2009 | ODI | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. | 07/17/2009 | 07/17/2009 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Subaru is recalling 15,633 my 2005-2006 baja vehicles. cracks may develop in the fuel hose connection on the outlet pressure side of the fuel pump. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Fuel can leak from the hose connection. a fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the fuel pump bracket including all nipples with a new and stronger design part. this service will be performed free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during september 2009. owners may contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Subaru recall no. wvj-20.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| 029605 | 09/09/2005 | 10016869 | 2.5l remanufactured sohc short block release. *tt | 10/13/2005 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE - BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS | |||||
| 02 | 02/01/2006 | 10019343 | Rubbing mark on timing belt. subaru. *tt | 03/09/2006 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY | |||||
| 08252004 | 08/25/2004 | 10010530 | Axle nut check/replace procedure - warrany claim information. *tt | 11/30/2004 | |
| TIRES | |||||
| SB-05-50-10R | 02/03/2011 | 10037968 | Ready | 06/08/2011 | |
| SB-05-50-10R | 02/03/2011 | 10037968 | Subaru: there is a steering wheel vibration at highway speeds due to an imporper wheel balance. *rm | 06/08/2011 | |
| VISIBILITY - REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES - EXTERIOR | |||||
| 129406 | 10/03/2006 | 10020532 | Loose door mirror screws. *kb | 11/13/2006 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | ||||||
| EA09007 | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. | 05/21/2009 | 07/20/2009 | FUEL PUMP LEAKS | 09V277000 | |
| Subaru will conduct a safety recall (09v-277) on all 15, 633 model year (my) 2005 and my 2006 baja vehicles, including turbo and non-turbo models.subaru has identified a defect in which cracks develop in the fuel hose connection (nipple) on the outlet (pressure) side of the fuel pump.this condition can result in a pressurized leak of gasoline from the fuel pump.subaru's analysis of sample parts collected from the field confirmed the issue to be limited to my 2005 and my 2006 vehicles only.subaru dealers will replace the fuel pump bracket, including all nipples, with a version that has been modified for increased strength.please see subaru's defect report in the recall file (09v-277) for more details.this investigation is closed. | ||||||
| PE08064 | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. | 11/14/2008 | 05/21/2009 | FUEL PUMP LEAK | ||
| Cracks may develop in the fuel hose connection (nipple) on the outlet (pressure) side of the fuel pump.this condition can result in the leakage of gasoline from the fuel pump.as a result of additional reports and other information provided by subaru in response to the agency's investigation, this investigation has been upgraded to engineering analysis ea 09-007. | ||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY | ||||||
| PE08064 | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. | 11/14/2008 | 05/21/2009 | FUEL PUMP LEAK | ||
| Cracks may develop in the fuel hose connection (nipple) on the outlet (pressure) side of the fuel pump.this condition can result in the leakage of gasoline from the fuel pump.as a result of additional reports and other information provided by subaru in response to the agency's investigation, this investigation has been upgraded to engineering analysis ea 09-007. | ||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | ||||||
| EA09007 | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. | 05/21/2009 | 07/20/2009 | FUEL PUMP LEAKS | 09V277000 | |
| Subaru will conduct a safety recall (09v-277) on all 15, 633 model year (my) 2005 and my 2006 baja vehicles, including turbo and non-turbo models.subaru has identified a defect in which cracks develop in the fuel hose connection (nipple) on the outlet (pressure) side of the fuel pump.this condition can result in a pressurized leak of gasoline from the fuel pump.subaru's analysis of sample parts collected from the field confirmed the issue to be limited to my 2005 and my 2006 vehicles only.subaru dealers will replace the fuel pump bracket, including all nipples, with a version that has been modified for increased strength.please see subaru's defect report in the recall file (09v-277) for more details.this investigation is closed. | ||||||
| PE08064 | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. | 11/14/2008 | 05/21/2009 | FUEL PUMP LEAK | ||
| Cracks may develop in the fuel hose connection (nipple) on the outlet (pressure) side of the fuel pump.this condition can result in the leakage of gasoline from the fuel pump.as a result of additional reports and other information provided by subaru in response to the agency's investigation, this investigation has been upgraded to engineering analysis ea 09-007. | ||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||
| EA09007 | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. | 05/21/2009 | 07/20/2009 | FUEL PUMP LEAKS | 09V277000 | |
| Subaru will conduct a safety recall (09v-277) on all 15, 633 model year (my) 2005 and my 2006 baja vehicles, including turbo and non-turbo models.subaru has identified a defect in which cracks develop in the fuel hose connection (nipple) on the outlet (pressure) side of the fuel pump.this condition can result in a pressurized leak of gasoline from the fuel pump.subaru's analysis of sample parts collected from the field confirmed the issue to be limited to my 2005 and my 2006 vehicles only.subaru dealers will replace the fuel pump bracket, including all nipples, with a version that has been modified for increased strength.please see subaru's defect report in the recall file (09v-277) for more details.this investigation is closed. | ||||||
| PE08064 | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. | 11/14/2008 | 05/21/2009 | FUEL PUMP LEAK | ||
| Cracks may develop in the fuel hose connection (nipple) on the outlet (pressure) side of the fuel pump.this condition can result in the leakage of gasoline from the fuel pump.as a result of additional reports and other information provided by subaru in response to the agency's investigation, this investigation has been upgraded to engineering analysis ea 09-007. | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
| 01/11/2008 | 100000 | 2 | 09/17/2004 |
| My vehicle 2005 subaru baja air conditioning system is leaking so bad that i can't keep freon in it. obviously this is a huge environmental hazard. i noticed on the all 2004 model a factory recall has been initiated but i do not see anything for the 2005 on the recall web site. i purchased in 2004 but vehicle identified as 2005. *tr | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 05/10/2005 | 10135 | 1 | 08/10/2004 |
| Vehilde engine has knocking sound when started from cold and for the first 15 minutes of operation. it sounds like bad valve gear and we have had a tensioner bracket replaced by the dealer, but i am now hearing about a piston slap issue on this motor that i cannot find a report about. it will be into classic subaru in atlanta tomorow to attempt a reproduction ofthe noise after leaving vehicle overnight to properly simulate the cold-start conditions. | |||
| EQUIPMENT | |||
| 09/01/2006 | 65000 | 1 | |
| After smelling a terrible odor in my car for several weeks that was not resolved by upholstery cleaning, i took my car to the dealer service station and it was determined the smell came from mold that developed beneath the carpet of my car. the mold came from standing water which i was told accumulated because of a clogged sunroof drain hose. the resolve the problem, the seats and carpeting were removed. the water was drained; the padding was replaced and the carpet was treated. the work cost me over $700. i could not afford the additional $500 to replace the carpet, however i was assured that by treating the carpet the mold and smell would be removed. i was told in order to avoid this from occurring again, i should have the hose blown every other time i came in for an oil change. i asked several times if that would resolve the problem and was told yes. since that time i faithfully requested that the hose be blown out. now there is water once again in the floor of my car. *tr | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||
| 09/04/2008 | 72226 | 1 | |
| Upon bringing my vehicle in for service, the subaru mechanic informed me that i had a fuel leak. the elbow fitting on the top of the fuel pump had cracked and a new fuel pump was required to be installed. in talking to the mechanic and the service manager, they indicated that this was the third instance of this they had recently experienced in their dealership. they all specifically involved the subaru baja turbo and all three vehicles had approximately 70,000 miles. *tr | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | |||
| 12/15/2009 | 1 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2005 subaru baja. the contact received a recall notice for recall 09v277000 (fuel system, gasoline delivery, fuel pump). he tried on five to six occasions to have the repair performed but the dealer stated that the parts were unavailable and on backorder. there are no failures at this time. updated 6/1/10 *cn the consumer stated the work has been completed. updated 06/10/10.*jb | |||
| POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DRIVESHAFT | |||
| 11/01/2007 | 91342 | 1 | 01/26/2006 |
| Drive shaft failure/. started making horrible sound. next thing i know drive shaft comes out!!!! traveling 70 mph on the highway. almost died when i lost control of the vehicle. '05 suburu baja w/ 90,000 miles on it. very scary event!!!! this does not seem right that a car that has been maintained and serviced regularly would have this type of failure and that suburu is not more concerned about my situation!!!! *tr | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 06/01/2005 | 1 | 04/10/2005 | |
| Dt:consumer has a subaru baja and the hand brake does not keep vehicle from rolling backwards on a hill. consumer took vehicle to dealer 3 times. first, dealer adjusted brake, but this did not fix the problem. consumer believed this actually made problem worse. consumer said that vehicle rolled faster after adjustment. on the other two trips to dealer nothing was done to vehicle other than technician taking vehicle on a test drive to see the problem. technician saw the problem and said this was normal. consumer has had this problem since he owned vehicle. it was bought new. no brake work was done t other than the one adjustment that dealer made.*ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 12/01/2006 | 31000 | 1 | 08/03/2004 |
| (1) brakes failed to engage in a routine traffic stop. (2) abs feature disengaged brakes over bumpy surface, disabling my ability to stop and causing my car to collide with the car in front of me. (3) subaru denies any culpability although this problem is well known among subaru owners. my brakes have failed in this manner many times previously, but this was the first time involving an actual collision. *nm | |||
| STEERING - LINKAGES | |||
| 02/10/2005 | 5000 | 25 | 06/09/2004 |
| This is regarding a 2005 subaru baja turbo, vin #:4s4bt63c255100597. in service date is 6/9/04. please know that this vehicle was purchased brand new. in february, 2005 the problem first manifested itself. this is a steering concern. on making a hard right or left hand turn as well as a k turn, the steering column and/or wheel lets a very loud squeal. this sounds like a stuck pig!! when this happens the steering becomes very hard to maneuver almost as though it went back to unassisted steering. after the turn is completed the steering returns to normal. this problem has been brought to the attention of the local dealer on at least five occasions. the last time he kept the vehicle for a day and a half and gave me a loaner. because it didn't squeal for them they say they have no way to make a diagnosis and/or repair. for a vehicle that was purchased brand new i find this situation unacceptable. i am fearful the steering could go out at any moment when driving on a highway, or anywhere for that matter, and could cause a accident for myself or other motorists. the subaru corporation has offered nothing in the way of solutions.*jb | |||
| STRUCTURE | |||
| 07/01/2005 | 60 | 06/05/2005 | |
| I do have ongoing problems with my brand new subaru baja turbo 2005. sometimes when i drive in the freeway, i hear windy noise does at 70 mph in cold temperatures. i called subaru of america for a possible fix for this issue. i took my car to the t.o subaru dealer to correct the problem however they denied me the warranty because they couldn't duplicate the windy noise when the mechanic drove the car with his service manager. following after the denial i made an appointment with the mechanic for a test drive, drove the car and showed the noise that i heard and he agreed there is an existing noise, after i drove the vehicle he first mentioned as solution to buy wind reflector, later when i mentioned to the mechanic about the warranty he didn't say anything. until we arrive back to the dealer he mentioned to me that there was a lady in another subaru with the same problem as mine and he will look on the records what he did at that time to fix the lady's car. i called subaru of america and spoke with mr. shumaker to help me to resolve this issue, he created case # 783649 later on i got noticed the t. o. subaru dealer denied the warranty by the service manager; taking a position as he was the one that diagnostic the problem. that i was told by mr kevin shumaker,i was so irritated due to the fact his mechanic promised me for a fix instead his manager denied the fix. i just want this windy noise problem be fix once for all proof that subaru of america aware of this windy noise offering a catalog where they offer wind reflector. i may file law suit for misrepresentation and dishonesty to honor warranty in regards with this ongoing issue i have, i asking you department to follow an investigation in the way this dealership works in regards with warranty issues and instead of provided it they try to sell extra equipment subaru of america doesn't accept my claim because it needs to be verify by a subaru dealer and i'm still stuck with this windy noise on my car. thank you. *jb | |||
| SUSPENSION - REAR | |||
| 07/16/2007 | 27000 | 1 | 01/24/2005 |
| I own a 2005 subaru baja with 27,000 miles on it. i noticed a rattle coming from the right rear and found a stabilizer mount to the right tire broken completely off where the rod connected to it. it looked like the metal had fatigued until it just broke. there was a minor indentation on the connecting rod, but nothing that would indicate a major impact. i couldn't believe how thin the mount material was. it looked more like body sheet metal than anything structural. *tr | |||
| TIRES - TREAD/BELT | |||
| 01/09/2006 | 2 | 12/21/2005 | |
| Tire tread coming apart on bridgestone potenza re92 tires. oringinal equipment on 2005 subaru baja. *nm | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | MONROVIA | 91018 | SIERRA AUTO CARS INC. | 626-359-8291 |
| CA | THOUSAND OAKS | 91362 | THOUSAND OAKS SUBARU | 8007420122 |
| GA | ALTANTA | 30350 | CLASSIC SUBARU CADILLAC | 770.394.7100 |
| NJ | AVENEL | 07001 | RICHARD LUCAS SUBARU | 732-636-6500 |
| PA | CURWENSVILLE | 16833 | WILKINSONS SUBARU |