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Common Subaru Dl problems
The Subaru DL is a car model that has been known to have several common problems based on complaints from its owners. One of the most frequently reported issues is related to the engine, specifically the EE20 diesel boxer engine. This engine has been reported to have crankshaft and block failures, which can lead to knocking sounds from the engine and major power loss. These failures are believed to be due to stress cracks in the metal caused by the machining tool during the manufacturing process, which weakens the structural integrity of the crankshaft supporting bridges. Over time, these cracks can extend to the crankshaft and steel insert, leading to their failure. Failure mileage is typically between 50,000 and 80,000 miles.
Another common problem with the Subaru DL is related to the engine's Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) and emission control issues. These problems can cause soot buildup and regeneration issues, which can lead to major power loss and other engine problems.
In addition to engine problems, the Subaru DL has also been reported to have issues with the CAN system parasitic drain on the battery, unintended acceleration, brake light switch defect, and cracked windshields. These issues can lead to a variety of problems, including reduced vehicle performance, safety concerns, and costly repairs.
The Subaru DL has also been reported to have QA issues, particularly with the new 2024 model. These issues include vibrations in the driver side mirror, a pillar knock on both sides, a vibrating rearview mirror at high speed, and a lot of little QA issues such as excess grease and glue on things that should have been removed before being shipped. These issues can be frustrating for owners and can lead to a decrease in overall satisfaction with the vehicle.
In summary, the Subaru DL has several common problems based on complaints from its owners. These issues include engine problems, DPF and emission control issues, QA issues, and other vehicle performance and safety concerns. While these issues can be frustrating for owners, it is important to stay informed and work with Subaru dealers to address any problems that may arise.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Subaru Dl years
We have researched Subaru problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Subaru Dl cars and compiled the top 4 most problematic Subaru Dl model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Subaru Dl model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Subaru Dl years
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Subaru Dl car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Subaru Dl , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Seat belts problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Fuel system problems
- Gasoline problems
- Power train problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Subaru Dl vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by Dl model years
A total of 2 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by Dl model years
There were a total of 1 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by Dl model years
There were a total of 2 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 17 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Subaru Dl . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Subaru Dl vehicles.
List of Subaru Dl complaints
Subaru Dl 1987
- Date Of Incident: 2004-09-28
- Date Complaint: 2006-10-21
- VIN: JF2AN53B2HE
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: TIME IS A KEY FACTOR, AS WELL AS PLACES THAT RUST VEHICLES SOONER THAN OTHERS. THE FAILURE IS A FUEL DAMPER AND/OR FUEL LINES AND/OR FUEL PUMP. THE CONSEQUENCES ARE SMELL OF FUEL, LEAKS, ERRATIC ENGINE, AND LEAD ON ONE OCCASION TO A LEAN CONDITION THAT FAILED A TIMING BELT. THE FUEL PUMP ALSO FAILED. IF THIS LEAK HAPPENS ON THE SUCTION SIDE OF FUEL PUMP IT IS ELUSIVE AND DANGEROUS. *NM
Subaru Dl 1988
- Date Of Incident: 2002-06-16
- Date Complaint: 2002-08-27
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JF1AX4227JB
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: WHILE TRAVELING AT 25 MPH ANOTHER VEHICLE RAN A STOP SIGN AND HIT CONSUMER'S VEHICLE ON THE RIGHT FRONT BUMBER. DRIVER'S SIDE SEATBELT DIDN'T HOLD, RESULTING IN DRIVER SUSTAININ SERIOUS INJURIES. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
Subaru Dl 1988
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Date Complaint: 2000-11-08
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JF1AC42B8JC
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: THE ENGINE REVED HIGH WHEN THE DRIVER PRESSED THE ACCELERATOR. THE VEHICLE WENT OUT OF CONTROL DUE TO THE ACCELERATOR STICKING AND THE DRIVER STRUCK A PEDESTRIAN AND OTHER VEHICLES. *YH
Subaru Dl 1988
- Date Of Incident: 1997-10-01
- Date Complaint: 1998-03-05
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: VEHICLE HARD TO START IN COLD OR WET WEATHER.
Subaru Dl 1986
- Date Of Incident: 1996-01-01
- Date Complaint: 1996-01-22
- Fire: 1
- VIN: JF2AN55B0GD
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: ENGINE COMPARMENT FIRE, UNDER THE HOOD, ELECTRICAL SHORT. TT
Subaru Dl 1987
- Date Of Incident: 1995-09-27
- Date Complaint: 1995-09-27
- VIN: JF2AC75B4HF
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM FAILED, CAUSING A LEAK. *SD
Subaru Dl 1988
- Date Of Incident: 1995-09-16
- Date Complaint: 1995-09-16
- VIN: JF1AN43B5JB
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: REPLACED TIMING BELT.
Subaru Dl 1988
- Date Of Incident: 1995-09-16
- Date Complaint: 1995-09-16
- VIN: JF1AN43B5JB
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: REPLACED 5 CV BOOTS.
Subaru Dl 1988
- Date Of Incident: 1995-09-16
- Date Complaint: 1995-09-16
- VIN: JF1AN43B5JB
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: REPLACED OXYGEN SENSOR.
Subaru Dl 1988
- Date Of Incident: 1995-09-16
- Date Complaint: 1995-09-16
- VIN: JF1AN43B5JB
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: INTAKE MANIFOLD WAS ENCRUSTED WITH COOLANT, CAUSING CARBURETOR LEAK. *AK
Subaru Dl 1988
- Date Of Incident: 1995-09-16
- Date Complaint: 1995-09-16
- VIN: JF1AN43B5JB
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: REPLACED WATER PUMP
Subaru Dl 1988
- Date Of Incident: 1995-09-16
- Date Complaint: 1995-09-16
- VIN: JF1AN43B5JB
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: REPLACED E AXLES.
Subaru Dl 1988
- Date Of Incident: 1995-09-16
- Date Complaint: 1995-09-16
- VIN: JF1AN43B5JB
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: REPLACED CLUTCH ASSEMBLY.
Subaru Dl 1988
- Date Of Incident: 1994-01-01
- Date Complaint: 1995-05-23
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: SEAT BELT BUCKLE APPEAR TO BE FASTEN, BUT MOST OF THE TIME IT COMES UNFASTENED. TT
Subaru Dl 1989
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Date Complaint: 1995-04-25
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: 1) PASSENGER FRONT SEAT BELT FAILS TO REMAIN LATCHED. 2) CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATES DUE TO BUILD UP OF COMBUSTION. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT
Latest 5 recalls Subaru Dl
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 10 recalls for different components of the Subaru Dl.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Subaru Dl 1987
- Report Received Date: 2005-10-05
- Manufacturer: SPX FILTRAN
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: 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 1983-1994 LOYAL, 3-DOOR COUPE, HATCHBACK, SEDAN, WAGON, BRAT, DL, GL, GL-10, RX, XT, AND XT6 PASSENGER VEHICLES WITH EFI OR TURBO ENGINES. THESE FILTERS ARE PACKAGED AS WIX, NAPA, AND CARQUEST BRAND FUEL FILTERS. CERTAIN SPX FILTRAN FUEL FILTERS WITH A 90-DEGREE ANGLE INLET TUBE, MODEL 800F300-S2, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT FILTERS FOR 19983-1994 SUBARU VEHICLES WITH EFI OR TURBO ENGINES. THESE FILTERS ARE PACKAGED AS WIX, NAPA, AND CARQUEST BRAND FUEL FILTERS. FUEL MAY LEAK FROM THE FILTER DUE TO NON-CONFORMING BRAZING WELDS WHERE THE INLET TUBE IS CONNECTED TO THE FILTER CAN.
- Consequence: IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A VEHICLE FIRE CAN OCCUR.
- Remedy: SPX WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND PROVIDE A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN SEPTEMBER 27, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MR. CHRIS GREESON AT 704-869-3733 OR CONTACT THE WIX INFORMATION HOTLINE AT 800-949-6698.
- Model: Subaru Dl 1988
- Report Received Date: 2005-10-05
- Manufacturer: SPX FILTRAN
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: 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 1983-1994 LOYAL, 3-DOOR COUPE, HATCHBACK, SEDAN, WAGON, BRAT, DL, GL, GL-10, RX, XT, AND XT6 PASSENGER VEHICLES WITH EFI OR TURBO ENGINES. THESE FILTERS ARE PACKAGED AS WIX, NAPA, AND CARQUEST BRAND FUEL FILTERS. CERTAIN SPX FILTRAN FUEL FILTERS WITH A 90-DEGREE ANGLE INLET TUBE, MODEL 800F300-S2, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT FILTERS FOR 19983-1994 SUBARU VEHICLES WITH EFI OR TURBO ENGINES. THESE FILTERS ARE PACKAGED AS WIX, NAPA, AND CARQUEST BRAND FUEL FILTERS. FUEL MAY LEAK FROM THE FILTER DUE TO NON-CONFORMING BRAZING WELDS WHERE THE INLET TUBE IS CONNECTED TO THE FILTER CAN.
- Consequence: IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A VEHICLE FIRE CAN OCCUR.
- Remedy: SPX WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND PROVIDE A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN SEPTEMBER 27, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MR. CHRIS GREESON AT 704-869-3733 OR CONTACT THE WIX INFORMATION HOTLINE AT 800-949-6698.
- Model: Subaru Dl 1989
- Report Received Date: 2005-10-05
- Manufacturer: SPX FILTRAN
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: 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 1983-1994 LOYAL, 3-DOOR COUPE, HATCHBACK, SEDAN, WAGON, BRAT, DL, GL, GL-10, RX, XT, AND XT6 PASSENGER VEHICLES WITH EFI OR TURBO ENGINES. THESE FILTERS ARE PACKAGED AS WIX, NAPA, AND CARQUEST BRAND FUEL FILTERS. CERTAIN SPX FILTRAN FUEL FILTERS WITH A 90-DEGREE ANGLE INLET TUBE, MODEL 800F300-S2, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT FILTERS FOR 19983-1994 SUBARU VEHICLES WITH EFI OR TURBO ENGINES. THESE FILTERS ARE PACKAGED AS WIX, NAPA, AND CARQUEST BRAND FUEL FILTERS. FUEL MAY LEAK FROM THE FILTER DUE TO NON-CONFORMING BRAZING WELDS WHERE THE INLET TUBE IS CONNECTED TO THE FILTER CAN.
- Consequence: IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A VEHICLE FIRE CAN OCCUR.
- Remedy: SPX WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND PROVIDE A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN SEPTEMBER 27, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MR. CHRIS GREESON AT 704-869-3733 OR CONTACT THE WIX INFORMATION HOTLINE AT 800-949-6698.
- Model: Subaru Dl 1986
- Report Received Date: 2005-10-05
- Manufacturer: SPX FILTRAN
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: 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 1983-1994 LOYAL, 3-DOOR COUPE, HATCHBACK, SEDAN, WAGON, BRAT, DL, GL, GL-10, RX, XT, AND XT6 PASSENGER VEHICLES WITH EFI OR TURBO ENGINES. THESE FILTERS ARE PACKAGED AS WIX, NAPA, AND CARQUEST BRAND FUEL FILTERS. CERTAIN SPX FILTRAN FUEL FILTERS WITH A 90-DEGREE ANGLE INLET TUBE, MODEL 800F300-S2, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT FILTERS FOR 19983-1994 SUBARU VEHICLES WITH EFI OR TURBO ENGINES. THESE FILTERS ARE PACKAGED AS WIX, NAPA, AND CARQUEST BRAND FUEL FILTERS. FUEL MAY LEAK FROM THE FILTER DUE TO NON-CONFORMING BRAZING WELDS WHERE THE INLET TUBE IS CONNECTED TO THE FILTER CAN.
- Consequence: IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A VEHICLE FIRE CAN OCCUR.
- Remedy: SPX WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND PROVIDE A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN SEPTEMBER 27, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MR. CHRIS GREESON AT 704-869-3733 OR CONTACT THE WIX INFORMATION HOTLINE AT 800-949-6698.
- Model: Subaru Dl 1988
- Report Received Date: 1995-05-24
- Manufacturer: SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
- Components: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
- Summary: THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.
- Consequence: THE SAFETY BELTS WOULD NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO AN OCCUPANT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PROPERLY BY INSERTING EACH LATCH PLATE INTO ITS BUCKLE, TUGGING ON THE BELT TO MAKE SURE THE LATCH IS SECURELY LOCKED, AND THEN PRESSING THE RELEASE BUTTON. THE LATCH PLATE SHOULD POP OUT OF THE BUCKLE WHEN THE BUTTON IS PRESSED. IF EITHER RELEASE BUTTON SHOWS A SIGN OF BREAKING OR CRACKING OR IF EITHER BUCKLE FAILS TO OPERATE PROPERLY, OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CONTACT THEIR AUTHORIZED DEALER TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THE BUCKLE REPLACED OR REPAIRED, FREE OF CHARGE. THE MANUFACTURER IS DEVELOPING A REMEDY DESIGNED TO PREVENT FAILURE OF THE BUTTONS THAT ARE NOT CURRENTLY BROKEN.
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