NHTSA recall 94V052000
Power Train · Subaru of America, Inc.
Details
What's wrong: 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 leakage. The lack of lubrication can burn the internal…
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: 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.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
- 1990 Subaru Legacy
- 1990 Subaru Loyale
- 1991 Subaru Legacy
- 1991 Subaru Loyale
- 1992 Subaru Legacy
- 1992 Subaru Loyale
- 1993 Subaru Legacy
- 1993 Subaru Loyale
All model years NHTSA lists
1990 Subaru Legacy, 1991 Subaru Legacy, 1992 Subaru Legacy, 1993 Subaru Legacy, 1990 Subaru Loyale, 1991 Subaru Loyale, 1992 Subaru Loyale, 1993 Subaru Loyale, 1990 Subaru Xt-6, 1991 Subaru Xt-6, 1992 Subaru Xt-6, 1993 Subaru Xt-6.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 94V052000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.