1988 Subaru Dl problems
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Common 1988 Subaru Dl problems
Based on the information provided in the sources, common problems with the Subaru DL 1988 reported by owners include issues such as sudden stalling and difficulty restarting, despite no apparent electrical problems. Owners have experienced the car dying unexpectedly, with no warning, at varying speeds and temperatures. This issue has proven challenging to diagnose, even after replacing components like the coil, plugs, plug wires, rotor, and fuel filter. Additionally, there have been mentions of hearing a clicking sound under the dash before the car stalls. The lack of consistent symptoms makes it difficult for mechanics to pinpoint the root cause of the problem, leading to frustration for owners who have taken meticulous care of their vehicles. The proximity of Subaru dealers and concerns about potential costly repairs without a guaranteed solution have added to the complexity of addressing these intermittent stalling issues.
1988 Subaru Dl car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Subaru Dl problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Power train problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Seat belts problems
- Fuel system problems
- Gasoline problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1988 Subaru Dl vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
1988 Subaru Dl complaints
The NHTSA has received 11 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1988 Subaru Dl.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-06-16
- 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
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- 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
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1997-10-01
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: VEHICLE HARD TO START IN COLD OR WET WEATHER.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-09-16
- VIN: JF1AN43B5JB
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: REPLACED CLUTCH ASSEMBLY.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-09-16
- VIN: JF1AN43B5JB
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: REPLACED E AXLES.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-09-16
- VIN: JF1AN43B5JB
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: REPLACED TIMING BELT.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-09-16
- VIN: JF1AN43B5JB
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: REPLACED WATER PUMP
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-09-16
- VIN: JF1AN43B5JB
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: INTAKE MANIFOLD WAS ENCRUSTED WITH COOLANT, CAUSING CARBURETOR LEAK. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-09-16
- VIN: JF1AN43B5JB
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: REPLACED OXYGEN SENSOR.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-09-16
- VIN: JF1AN43B5JB
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: REPLACED 5 CV BOOTS.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1994-01-01
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: SEAT BELT BUCKLE APPEAR TO BE FASTEN, BUT MOST OF THE TIME IT COMES UNFASTENED. TT
1988 Subaru Dl recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 1988 Subaru Dl.
- 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.
- 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.
- Manufacturer: SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: OMISSION OF INFORMATION SPECIFIED BY FMVSS 210 FROM OWNER MANUAL.
- Consequence: FAILS TO MEET REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 210 REGARDING CHILDRESTRAINT SYSTEMS.
- Remedy: ADHESIVE BACKED INSERTS WILL BE FURNISHED WITH THE CORRECT INFORMATION.
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