Subaru XT recalls by year
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
5 recalls found for the Subaru XT in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, and 8 owner complaints. Choose a model year:
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 Subaru XT | 2 | 1 |
| 1990 Subaru XT | 2 | 0 |
| 1989 Subaru XT | 2 | 2 |
| 1988 Subaru XT | 2 | 1 |
| 1987 Subaru XT | 2 | 1 |
| 1986 Subaru XT | 2 | 3 |
| 1985 Subaru XT | 3 | 0 |
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Newest Subaru XT recalls
- Oct 5, 200505E065000Fuel system, gasoline42,962 vehiclesMazda 626, Subaru GL and 5 more models
Certain spx filtran fuel filters with a 45-degree angle inlet tube, model 800F350-S1, sold as replacement filters for 1993-1997 Ford probe,1993-2001 Mazda 626 and MX-6, and…
- Dec 2, 199292V001000Suspension147,000 vehiclesSubaru DL, GL and 1 more model
The inner arms of the rear suspension are subject to corrosion in areas where road salt is used heavily in winter.
- May 30, 199191V082000Power train76,000 vehiclesSubaru XT, Legacy and 1 more model
Under certain load conditions, the park gear may not disengage immediately when the transmission lever is moved from park to reverse.
- Apr 5, 198888V052000Seat belts60,000 vehiclesSubaru DL, GL and 2 more models
Omission of information specified by FMVSS 210 from owner manual.
- Oct 21, 198585V132000Engine and engine cooling11,000 vehicles1985 Subaru XT
Excessive tolerance variation may have created a gap between the bumper bracket rail and the right front frame of the rear side member.