Subaru Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #89V028000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 89V028000 by Subaru Of America, Inc.. Includes 15,000 affected units, POWER TRAIN:TRANSMISSION:STANDARD:MANUAL, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.

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.

Corrective Action

Install modified dipstick and insert information in owners manual on the correct fluid level checking procedures.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 89V028000

Manufacturer: Subaru Of America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1989-02-28T00:00:00

Subject: Power train:transmission:standard:manual

Component: Power Train

Potentially Affected Units: 15,000

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

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 Action: Install modified dipstick and insert information in owners manual on the correct fluid level checking procedures.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 89V028000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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