NHTSA recall 89V028000
Power train › Manual transmission
Subaru Justy
Reported Feb 28, 198915,000 vehicles affectedSUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.Built Aug 1, 1987 – Mar 1, 1989
The defect
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.
The risk
This could cause bearing seizure and possible rear wheellockup, which could result in an accident.
The remedy
Install modified dipstick and insert information in owners manual on the correct fluid level checking procedures.