Safety Recall NHTSA · 85V132000 Reported October 21, 1985

Fuel:fuel emission control:lines:vapor vent

Q: What is recall 85V132000?

NHTSA recall 85V132000 was issued by Subaru Of America, Inc. on October 21, 1985. It addresses: Fuel:fuel emission control:lines:vapor vent. The recall affects approximately 11,000 vehicles , with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Subaru Of America, Inc. · Engine And Engine Cooling · 11,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

85V132000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Subaru Of America, Inc.

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling

Vehicles Affected

11,000

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

October 21, 1985

Defect Summary

Excessive tolerance variation may have created a gap between the bumper bracket rail and the right front frame of the rear side member. This could result in insufficient spot welding adhesion at this location. Under rear impact conditions, bumper could break loose and damage the air vent hose. This may cause fuel to leak in access of the maximum requirement of fmvss 301. consequence of defect: fuel leakage caused by a rear end collision may contribute to a fire if a source of ignition is present.

Corrective Action

Install a protector kit on the air vent hose.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Subaru Of America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 85V132000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

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FAQ: Recall 85V132000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 85V132000?

NHTSA recall 85V132000 was issued by Subaru Of America, Inc. on October 21, 1985. It addresses: Fuel:fuel emission control:lines:vapor vent. The recall affects approximately 11,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Subaru Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 85V132000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.