Subaru Justy 1988
Model Justy made in 1988 by Subaru got 9 consumer complains there are 3 investigations as well as 4 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling, fuel system, gasoline and latches/locks/linkages. The car had some investigations: fuel system, other, power train and structure. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system, power train and seat belts.
Model 1988
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 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR | ||||||||||||||||
| 88V029000 | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. | from 03/01/1987 to 03/01/1988 | V (Vehicle) | 3000 | 05/23/1988 | MFR | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. | 03/09/1988 | 03/18/1988 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Insufficient clearance between the relocated alternator wiring and the solenoid hose alternator wiring stay bracket can cause wire chaffing and an electrical short. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | An electrical short could result in smoke and possiblyan engine compartment fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Modify by removing the solenoid hose/alternator stay bracket. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: alternatorvehicle description: 4 wheel drive vehicles equipped with an accessory subaruair conditioning system. | |||||||||||||||
| POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION | ||||||||||||||||
| 89V028000 | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. | from 08/01/1987 to 03/01/1989 | V (Vehicle) | 15000 | 03/31/1989 | MFR | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. | 02/28/1989 | 03/06/1989 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Due to the design of the transmission case dipstick and the fluid level checking method, there may be insufficient lubrication of the 4 wheel drive extension housing bearing. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This could cause bearing seizure and possible rear wheellockup, which could result in an accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Install modified dipstick and insert information in owners manual on the correct fluid level checking procedures. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: transmission fluid.vehicle description: five speed manual transmission, four wheel drive vehicles. | |||||||||||||||
| SEAT BELTS | ||||||||||||||||
| 88V052000 | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. | from 01/01/1977 to 01/01/1988 | V (Vehicle) | 60000 | 06/10/1988 | MFR | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. | 04/05/1988 | 04/11/1988 | 571 | 210 | |||||
| Defect Summary | Omission of information specified by fmvss 210 from owner manual. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Fails to meet requirements of fmvss 210 regarding childrestraint systems. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Adhesive backed inserts will be furnished with the correct information. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: owner manual/fmvss 210.vehicle description: passenger cars. | |||||||||||||||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 95V103006 | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. | V (Vehicle) | 100825 | 01/01/1996 | ODI | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. | 05/24/1995 | 05/24/1995 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. these red plastic release buttons are marked press. if a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. they should ensure that both buckles are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tugging on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked, and then pressing the release button. the latch plate should pop out of the buckle when the button is pressed. if either release button shows a sign of breaking or cracking or if either buckle fails to operate properly, owners should promptly contact their authorized dealer to schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired, free of charge. the manufacturer is developing a remedy designed to prevent failure of the buttons that are not currently broken. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: interior; seat belts; belt buckles.vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with safety belts made by takata corporation. dl, gl and loyale models involve only 3-door coupes, other models in these series are not involved.note: the manufacturer has not supplied the model vehicles included in this campaign.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, please contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES | ||||||
| EA95008 | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. | 03/10/1995 | 08/02/1995 | TAKATA SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE | 95V103006 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| POWER TRAIN | ||||||
| DP90015 | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. | 08/08/1990 | 11/14/1990 | STALLING & TRANSMISSION | ||
| Stalling & transmission | ||||||
| STRUCTURE | ||||||
| PE94051 | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. | 06/29/1994 | 10/31/1994 | HOOD LATCH FAILURE | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM | |||
| 6 | 05/15/1988 | ||
| Exhaust system malfunctioned; also, front driver's seatback separated from bottom/windshield wiper arm cracked/ lock mechanism interior spring broke/struts leak prematurely and hood rusted around latch. *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM | |||
| 01/12/1992 | |||
| Gas, consumer smelled a very bad odor/fumes in the vehicle when driving the vehicle. *ak | |||
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH | |||
| 6 | 05/15/1988 | ||
| Exhaust system malfunctioned; also, front driver's seatback separated from bottom/windshield wiper arm cracked/ lock mechanism interior spring broke/struts leak prematurely and hood rusted around latch. *ak | |||
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - HOOD - LATCH | |||
| 6 | 05/15/1988 | ||
| Exhaust system malfunctioned; also, front driver's seatback separated from bottom/windshield wiper arm cracked/ lock mechanism interior spring broke/struts leak prematurely and hood rusted around latch. *ak | |||
| 07/04/1996 | 1 | ||
| Hood latch failed while exiting from highway at 45 mph, hood flew up and smashed into windshiled, impairing visibility. *ak | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | |||
| 08/13/1997 | 1 | 09/23/1988 | |
| Received recall notice (#95v103006) in june. called dealership for appointment. drove vehicle to dealer-75 miles one way. after arriving was informed did not have the parts for repairs. *ak | |||
| SEATS - FRONT ASSEMBLY - RECLINER | |||
| 6 | 05/15/1988 | ||
| Exhaust system malfunctioned; also, front driver's seatback separated from bottom/windshield wiper arm cracked/ lock mechanism interior spring broke/struts leak prematurely and hood rusted around latch. *ak | |||
| SUSPENSION | |||
| 6 | 05/15/1988 | ||
| Exhaust system malfunctioned; also, front driver's seatback separated from bottom/windshield wiper arm cracked/ lock mechanism interior spring broke/struts leak prematurely and hood rusted around latch. *ak | |||
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER | |||
| 6 | 05/15/1988 | ||
| Exhaust system malfunctioned; also, front driver's seatback separated from bottom/windshield wiper arm cracked/ lock mechanism interior spring broke/struts leak prematurely and hood rusted around latch. *ak | |||