1993 Subaru Loyale
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 1993 Subaru Loyale. Newest first.
When the vehicle IS driven continuously under extremely cold temperatures (-22 degrees f.) and high humidity weather conditions, the transmission breathing (air) vent can be blocked due to moisture freezing at the oil level gauge. If this occurs, pressure inside the transmission case will increase and push out the rear oil seal, causing transmission oil…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Sudden stops without prior warning can cause vehicle occupants to be thrown around the vehicle and cause loss of vehicle control which can result in an accident.
Remedy
Dealers will modify the oil gauge pipe and modify the oil level gauge (dipstick) or replace it, depending on the type of dipstick in the vehicle.
Owner complaints
13 complaints2 involved a crash1 injuries
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Latest complaints
- Air bags › Frontal
Vehicle was involved in a 20-25 mph frontal collision in which the driver and passenger air bags did not deploy . please give any further details. nlm
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
This car has died on three occasions with no warning, and with one incident occuring on the interstate at 60+ mph. dealer has been unable to diagnose the problem after multiple attempts. my concern IS safety - this fortunately has so far not resulted in any injury. the dealer has not reported this to manufacturer - said that it wasn't a warrany problem because they couldn't find the "problem". *Ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
The nut worked loose off of the oil pump gear. The gear walked foward,eating thrugh the timing cover,finally wiping out the timing assembly. Final result - the engine lost oil pressure and the engine continued to run,causing the engine to seize in traffic.engine was a loss. this all could of been…
The nut worked loose off of the oil pump gear. The gear walked foward,eating thrugh the timing cover,finally wiping out the timing assembly. Final result - the engine lost oil pressure and the engine continued to run,causing the engine to seize in traffic.engine was a loss. this all could of been avoided if a lock nut was used to hold the oil pump gear in place. A 5 cent nut cost me $3000.and placed my family in danger. sad,sad,sad!
- Latches/locks/linkages › Hood › Latch
While driving at 65 mph the hood flew open, safety latch was stuck due to corrosion. dealer not aware of the problem. Problems still occurs. Provide further information. *ak
- Electrical system · Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system · Visibility › Power window devices and controls
Fuel injection system failed during cold or humid weather, causing vehicle to lose power. Also eletrical system and power windows failed.
- Unknown or other · Vehicle speed control
Vehicle3 hesitates while accelerating then shuts down and comes to a stop. Also engine check light comes on/off. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
The vehicle has an oil leakage that IS posing an ignition hazard. *ak
- Wheels › Multi piece
Wheel bearings continually fail, making noise. *Dh
- Seats › Front assembly › Recliner
Seat release knobs are directly behind passengers head, which could cause injury if hit from behind. *Dsh
- Fuel system, gasoline › Carburetor system
Vehicle hesitates, especially when cold. *Dsh
- Power train › Transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Driving vehicle at speed 30 mph, going over uneven pavement hwy, 5 speed, 4 wheel drive kick in causing a loss of control of vehicle, impact 12:00. *ak
- Electrical system › Ignition
While going up hill vehicle stalls out with no prior warning. tt
- Vehicle speed control › Cruise control
While driving at any idle speed control module failed ,resulting in loss of power. tt
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10219492This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
- 10219491This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
- 10209915This bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic essential information during diagnosis and repair of the Infotainment concerns. (Applicable to all models with Harman or Denso CP1 Infotainment).
- 10198758This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models
- 10198749This bulletin is to advise of SOAs revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure.
- 10187315To help reduce confusion and increase technician efficiency, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has developed the following cross reference list to help locate the appropriate Special Service Tool.
- 10179378Special Service Tools Cross Reference List.
- 10174543All Models (Vehicle Cleaning- COVID-19Best Practices)
- 10161824Subaru Service and Technical Support Line Newletter.
- 10161813To help reduce confusion and increase technician efficiency, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has developed the following cross reference list to help locate the appropriate Special Service Tool.
- 602413Various instructions and procedures on air conditioning retrofit.
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