Complaints over time
Complaints about the 1986 Subaru XT peaked in 1997, with 2 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
1986 Subaru XT
Coupe, gasoline, built in Japan. Owner complaints on file from Jul 22, 1997 to Jul 7, 1998.
Recall campaigns covering this model year2190k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints3Below the median 1986 coupe
Severity index0.0Crash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Components
67% of complaints about the 1986 Subaru XT name lighting
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
2 recall campaigns cover the 1986 Subaru XT
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
| Campaign | Filed | Subject | Component | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05E-065 | Oct 5, 2005 | Certain spx filtran fuel filters with a 45-degree angle inlet tube, model 800f350-s1, sold as replacement filters for 1993-1997 ford… | Fuel system | 42,962 | Refund or buyback |
| 92V-001 | Dec 2, 1992 | Inner arms of the rear suspension are subject to corrosion in areas where road salt is used heavily in winter | Suspension | 147,000 | Part replacement |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 1986 Subaru XT
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
3 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Jul 7, 1998Foster CIT, CAUnknown or other
DIGITAL INSTRUMENT PANEL IS VIRTUALLY IMPOSSIBLE TO READ DURING DAYLIGHT.
NHTSA complaint 537790 - Filed Sep 4, 1997Failure Jun 1, 1997Exeter, NHSwitch
HEALIGHT SWITCH FAILED TWICE. *AK
NHTSA complaint 518810 - Filed Jul 22, 1997Failure Jun 12, 1997Exeter, NHInterior lighting
THE OWNER HAS REPLACED THE DASHBOARD SWITCH TWICE BECAUSE IT NO LONGER OPERATES. *AK
NHTSA complaint 813253
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
10 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.
- 01-167-08R Aug 23, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models. - 15-302-22 Aug 23, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. - 15-192-22R Mar 18, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This 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). - 01-167-08R Jun 17, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models - 09-51-08R Jun 7, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin is to advise of SOA’s revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure. - 14-22-16R Feb 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
To 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. - 14-22-16R Aug 4, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Special Service Tools Cross Reference List. - 01-181-20 Apr 30, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
All Models (Vehicle Cleaning- COVID-19Best Practices) - Subaru Tech Tips May 21, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Subaru Service and Technical Support Line Newletter. - 14-22-16R May 6, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
To 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.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.