Subaru Legacy Awd Turbo 1993

• Recall 18699 [USA]: 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.
  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 components of the transmission, cause the transmission to seize and the vehicle to come to a sudden stop.
  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.
  system: powertrain; transmission; 5 speed.Vehicle description: xt-6 and legacy all-wheel drive 5-speed manual transmissions and loyale equipped with an on-demand 4 wheel drive 5-speed transmissions; registered in the following states: ak, ct, de, il, in, ia, me, md, ma, mi, mn, nh, nj, ny, oh, pa, ri, vt, wi.Note: if your equipment is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact subaru service at 1-800-782-2783. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

• Recall 1994067 [Canada]: Powertrain
  Note: vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive manual transmission. Under cold and humid conditions, frost may form at the transmission oil level gauge (dipstick) where the breathing mechanism is incorporated. This could cause pressure to build inside the transmission case which in turn could push out the oil seal. Subsequent oil leakage could result in burning of transmission components and possible loss of control due to wheel lock-up. Correction: on vehicles with an all metal type dipstick, the oil level gauge tube will be modified and the dipstick will have a spacer added. Vehicles with a plastic dipstick will have a modified type dipstick installed.

• Recall 1993039 [Canada]: Airbag
  These vehicles do not comply with c.M.V.S.S. 208 -seat belt installations. Incorrect labelling for srs (air bag) maintenance schedule on sun visor. Correction: sun visor will be replaced with one having correct labelling.

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Dt*: the contact stated there was a recall on the vehicle, nhtsa #94v052000 concerning the manual transmission. The recall work was performed prior to purchase. The transmission locked up while driving 25 mph. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop, but has not been inspected.

Dt: the contact stated the shoulder harness on both front seat belts did not provide adequate restraint when in use. The straps gave way when properly buckled. The seat belts were not covered under warranty. He purchased replacement straps and planned to replace the straps himself. *ak

Transmission problem with legacy. *bf the consumer stated that his vehicle will not shift past the second gear. *tc

Dear sir/madam: thanks for help. It is threaten to thousands subaru car drivers, like firestone tires threaten to thousands car drivers using firestone tires. I have a 93 4d legacy sedan, it have a problem since 1994 and become very bad since 7/2000, some time car uncontrollable to slowdown to 10 to 20 mph and some time engine stopped, put me in very dangerous situation: my car uncontrollable stopped when other cars drive 65+ miles on free way or 45+ miles on local road. I think this a controller design problem, it should not slow down and stop engine without warning light first and should never stop engine. I still think subaru have following obligations: 1. After so many complaints from subaru car owners about the malfunctioned controller, subaru should replace malfunctioned controller before the dangerous uncontrollable situation happen. If you search internet with key word "+subaru +legacy +hesitation" you can see many complaints about the malfunctioned controller. 2. Subaru should replace malfunctioned controller free when a customer complain the problem. Now some dealers just deny the problem if they cannot duplicate the problem, but for some car the problem only happen on certain road and certain speed and difficult to duplicate. Some dealer also like to charge hours to check the problem and fix the problem. 3. Subaru should develop some methods and tools to check the malfunctioned controller instead of asking car owner to risk life to test drive the car. 4. Subaru should educate the car owners how to handle the car when the malfunctioned controller making car uncontrollable. I hope subaru can help me: 1. Free replace the malfunctioned controller and free repair my car if any damages caused by the malfunction controller. 2. Or trade me another subaru car. 3. Or subaru buy back my car based on residue value.. Thanks, zhongmin sun, 18666 redmond way, rr2141, redmond, wa 98052 tel:4258369419, email: [email protected]. *nm

Dear sir/madam: thanks for help. It is threaten to thousands subaru car drivers, like firestone tires threaten to thousands car drivers using firestone tires. I have a 93 4d legacy sedan, it have a problem since 1994 and become very bad since 7/2000, some time car uncontrollable to slowdown to 10 to 20 mph and some time engine stopped, put me in very dangerous situation: my car uncontrollable stopped when other cars drive 65+ miles on free way or 45+ miles on local road. I think this a controller design problem, it should not slow down and stop engine without warning light first and should never stop engine. I still think subaru have following obligations: 1. After so many complaints from subaru car owners about the malfunctioned controller, subaru should replace malfunctioned controller before the dangerous uncontrollable situation happen. If you search internet with key word "+subaru +legacy +hesitation" you can see many complaints about the malfunctioned controller. 2. Subaru should replace malfunctioned controller free when a customer complain the problem. Now some dealers just deny the problem if they cannot duplicate the problem, but for some car the problem only happen on certain road and certain speed and difficult to duplicate. Some dealer also like to charge hours to check the problem and fix the problem. 3. Subaru should develop some methods and tools to check the malfunctioned controller instead of asking car owner to risk life to test drive the car. 4. Subaru should educate the car owners how to handle the car when the malfunctioned controller making car uncontrollable. I hope subaru can help me: 1. Free replace the malfunctioned controller and free repair my car if any damages caused by the malfunction controller. 2. Or trade me another subaru car. 3. Or subaru buy back my car based on residue value.. Thanks, zhongmin sun, 18666 redmond way, rr2141, redmond, wa 98052 tel:4258369419, email: [email protected]. *nm

Dear sir/madam: thanks for help. It is threaten to thousands subaru car drivers, like firestone tires threaten to thousands car drivers using firestone tires. I have a 1993 4d legacy sedan, it have a problem for 4 month, some time car uncontrollable to slowdown to 10 to 20 mph and some time engine stopped, put me in very dangerous situation: my car uncontrollable stopped when other cars drive 65+ miles on free way or 45+ mils on local road. I think this a controller design problem, it should not slow down and stop engine without warning light first and should never stop engine. I still think subaru have following obligations: 1. After so many complaints from subaru car owners about the malfunctioned controller, subaru should replace malfunctioned controller before the dangerous uncontrollable situation happen. Check web: http://home.Earthlink.Net/~hobiegary/hesitation.Htm you can see the complaints about the malfunctioned controller. 2. Subaru should replace malfunctioned controller free when a customer complain the problem. Now some dealers just deny the problem if they cannot duplicate the problem, but for some car the problem only happen on certain road and certain speed and difficult to duplicate. Some dealer also like to charge hours to check the problem and fix the problem. 3. Subaru should develop some methods and tools to check the malfunctioned controller instead of asking car owner to risk life to test drive the car. 4. Subaru should educate the car owners how to handle the car when the malfunctioned controller making car uncontrollable. I hope subaru can help me: 1. Free replace the malfunctioned controller and free repair my car if any damages caused by the malfunction controller. 2. Or trade me another subaru car. 3. Or subaru buy back my car based on residue value.. Thanks zhongmin sun 18666 redmond way, rr2141 redmond, wa 98052 tel:4258369419 email: [email protected]. *ak

Fuel filler pipe had all kinds of dirt, debris and rust causing it to fail and leak oil. The filer tube rusted and caused fuel to leak from the vehicle. When the consumer pulled the plastic shroud away from the filler pipe he noticed all kinds of road dirt, rust and debris had accumulated and caused the pipe to fail. The consumer also has a 1995 legacy l/l and is concerned that the failure may occur in that vehicle. The consumer requested reimbursement. *nlm

Consumer noticed the front seat belts doesn't come up properly, dealer replaced the belt three times and the problem still reoccuring. Nlm

Dear sir/madam: thanks for help. It is threaten to thousands subaru car drivers, like firestone tires threaten to thousands car drivers using firestone tires. I have a 93 4d legacy sedan, it have a problem since 1994 and become very bad since 7/2000, some time car uncontrollable to slowdown to 10 to 20 mph and some time engine stopped, put me in very dangerous situation: my car uncontrollable stopped when other cars drive 65+ miles on free way or 45+ miles on local road. I think this a controller design problem, it should not slow down and stop engine without warning light first and should never stop engine. If you search internet with key word "+subaru +legacy +hesitation" you can see many complaints about the malfunctioned controller. I still think subaru have following obligations: thanks zhongmin sun 18666 redmond way, rr2141 redmond, wa 98052 tel:4258369419 email: [email protected]

The clutch on this vehicle has failed three (3) times. It was replaced by the dealer in 1995, replaced again in 1999 and has failed a third time in december 2001. The failure of the clutch is a severe safety hazard as the driver suddenly finds the vehicle can't move. All of the replacements have been performed by the original dealer using subaru original parts.*ak

Dear sir/madam: thanks for help. It is threaten to thousands subaru car drivers, like firestone tires threaten to thousands car drivers using firestone tires. I have a 93 4d legacy sedan, it have a problem since 1994 and become very bad since 7/2000, some time car uncontrollable to slowdown to 10 to 20 mph and some time engine stopped, put me in very dangerous situation: my car uncontrollable stopped when other cars drive 65+ miles on free way or 45+ miles on local road. I think this a controller design problem, it should not slow down and stop engine without warning light first and should never stop engine. If you search internet with key word "+subaru +legacy +hesitation" you can see many complaints about the malfunctioned controller. I still think subaru have following obligations: 1. After so many complaints from subaru car owners about the malfunctioned controller, subaru should replace malfunctioned controller before the dangerous uncontrollable situation happen. 2. Subaru should replace malfunctioned controller free when a customer complain the problem. Now some dealers just deny the problem if they cannot duplicate the problem, but for some car the problem only happen on certain road and certain speed and difficult to duplicate. Some dealer also like to charge hours to check the problem and fix the problem. Zhongmin sun 18666 redmond way, rr2141 redmond, wa 98052 tel:4258369419 email: [email protected]

Dear sir/madam: thanks for help. It is threaten to thousands subaru car drivers, like firestone tires threaten to thousands car drivers using firestone tires. I have a 93 4d legacy sedan, it have a problem since 1994 and become very bad since 7/2000, some time car uncontrollable to slowdown to 10 to 20 mph and some time engine stopped, put me in very dangerous situation: my car uncontrollable stopped when other cars drive 65+ miles on free way or 45+ miles on local road. I think this a controller design problem, it should not slow down and stop engine without warning light first and should never stop engine. If you search internet with key word "+subaru +legacy +hesitation" you can see many complaints about the malfunctioned controller. I still think subaru have following obligations: 1. After so many complaints from subaru car owners about the malfunctioned controller, subaru should replace malfunctioned controller before the dangerous uncontrollable situation happen. 2. Subaru should replace malfunctioned controller free when a customer complain the problem. Now some dealers just deny the problem if they cannot duplicate the problem, but for some car the problem only happen on certain road and certain speed and difficult to duplicate. Some dealer also like to charge hours to check the problem and fix the problem. Zhongmin sun 18666 redmond way, rr2141 redmond, wa 98052 tel:4258369419 email: [email protected]

Dear sir/madam: thanks for help. It is threaten to thousands subaru car drivers, like firestone tires threaten to thousands car drivers using firestone tires. I have a 93 4d legacy sedan, it have a problem since 1994 and become very bad since 7/2000, some time car uncontrollable to slowdown to 10 to 20 mph and some time engine stopped, put me in very dangerous situation: my car uncontrollable stopped when other cars drive 65+ miles on free way or 45+ mils on local road. I think this a controller design problem, it should not slow down and stop engine without warning light first and should never stop engine. If you search internet with key word "+subaru +legacy +hesitation" you can see many complaints about the malfunctioned controller. I still think subaru have following obligations: 1. After so many complaints from subaru car owners about the malfunctioned controller, subaru should replace malfunctioned controller before the dangerous uncontrollable situation happen. 2. Subaru should replace malfunctioned controller free when a customer complain the problem. Now some dealers just deny the problem if they cannot duplicate the problem, but for some car the problem only happen on certain road and certain speed and difficult to duplicate. Some dealer also like to charge hours to check the problem and fix the problem. Zhongmin sun 18666 redmond way, rr2141 redmond, wa 98052 tel:4258369419 email: [email protected]

Consumer states that the driver side front door has defective locks, the locks will intermittenly lock. Contacted dealer and the dealer is not willing to do anything. Nlm

Driving on highway at approximately 65mhp when belts began to make noise. Shortly following car loss power, including steering. It was reported by a mechanic that the crankshaft pulley had come loose and the crankshaft had been damaged beyond repair. Car will need small block overhaul or replacement engine to function again.

5 minutes after parking vehicle, ignition turned off consumer noticed smoke on inside of vehicle. Fire department put out fire. Vehicle not taken to dealer amount of damage unknown. Consumer stated tha tfire caused by automatic track seat belt motor. Passenger door panel, seat and head rest were melted. Please add further comments.*ak

Dear sir/madam: thanks for help. It is threaten to thousands subaru car drivers, like firestone tires threaten to thousands car drivers using firestone tires. I have a 93 4d legacy sedan, it have a problem since 1994 and become very bad since 7/2000, some time car uncontrollable to slowdown to 10 to 20 mph and some time engine stopped, put me in very dangerous situation: my car uncontrollable stopped when other cars drive 65+ miles on free way or 45+ mils on local road. I think this a controller design problem, it should not slow down and stop engine without warning light first and should never stop engine. If you search internet with key word "+subaru +legacy +hesitation" you can see many complaints about the malfunctioned controller. I still think subaru have following obligations: 1. After so many complaints from subaru car owners about the malfunctioned controller, subaru should replace malfunctioned controller before the dangerous uncontrollable situation happen. 2. Subaru should replace malfunctioned controller free when a customer complain the problem. Now some dealers just deny the problem if they cannot duplicate the problem, but for some car the problem only happen on certain road and certain speed and difficult to duplicate. Some dealer also like to charge hours to check the problem and fix the problem. Zhongmin sun 18666 redmond way, rr2141 redmond, wa 98052 tel:4258369419 email: [email protected]

Both front seat moterized seat belt restraints failed. The cable on both sides came out.*ak

While driving, the engine stalled, causing a loss of power steering, consumer coasted vehicle to a stop and it immediately restarted. *slc

Vehicle is sometimes uncontrollable to slowdown at 10 to 20 mph and engine stops while other vehicles are driving 65 mph, vehicle stalls intermittently without warning, due to malfunctioned controller. *et

Consumer was traveling about 15mph on highway and driver's side front window just exploded. Dealership will be notified. *ak

Tread separation, 2nd tire replaced for this reason. *ak( dot number: tire size: p195/60r15 )

While driving about 70 mph vehicle started vibrating. Then pulled off the road, and found out that tread separated. Firestone f570. *ak the tire tread was found dangling from the axle. After this incident, another tire peeled off the steel layers underneath and was replaced. *yh

Consumer stated that on july 1,2000, there was a blowout of the good year eagle ga tires, product code 113-938-444-0, dot #mkj6fjor206 and mkj6fjor393, while driving, at that time it was 88,000 miles on the car, on november 6, 2000, the second blowout occured on a busy freeway, at that time it was 93,837 miles on the car. On september 11, 2001, the third blowout occured on a busy freeway at that time it was 103,214 miles on the car. At consumers request, the dealer examined the blown out tires, he determined that both the blown tires and the remaining tire on the car that was purchased were experiencing belt edge separation. Dealer removed the tires and gave tread life credit for the blown tire and two tires they removed from the car. Consumer stating that all four tires were defective. *yd

Threaten to thousands subaru car drivers, like firestone tires threaten to thousands car drivers using firestone tires.

The engine cuts off while going down the road which causes a total loss of power including steering. After coasting to a stop the car can be immediately restarted. This occurs without warning and at any speed. No increment weather conditions were present. Chances of resulting in a serious accident are very high. *ak

Consumer was traveling about 45mph and a deer ran across the road. Consumer jammed the brakes, and went off the road, slamming into a ditch. Upon impact, airbags didn't go off. *ak

Traveled for approximately 1 1/2 hours at speeds between 45 - 65. Car loaded with equipment and passengers. Traveling up mountain. Car lost compression, white "smoke" began coming out from hood. Pulled to side of road. Popped hood. Smoke appeared to be coming from back of engine. Allowed car to rest for 15-20 minutes. Did not proceed up mountain as we were only 1/2 way up the mountain. Turned around to head home. Car ran fine going home. Mechanic thoroughly checked out vehicle with diagnostic and visual check. Could find nothing wrong although the car died on him on a short distance run _3-8 miles. After allowing car to rest, it started up fine. This year vehicle has required a 5-10 minute warming up period before driving in cold weather. Has begun choking and stalling on short distance trips. Mechanic inspected catalytic converter. Checked fine on diagnostic and visual inspection. *ak

After approx. 2 minutes after engine start and at approx. 20mph, engine rpm's suddenly and rapidily accelerated to 5000 rpm's. Engine did not return to normal until engine shut off and restarted. Could not stop car even with both feet applying brakes. Had to jam transmission into park to stop car..

Vehicle experienced brake failure while applying brakes. When coming to a slow stop on wet / icy road conditions, vehicle rear ended another vehicle in front. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that nothing could be found. *ak

This car has been meticulously cared for; we have full records. This should occur at this mileage.

Travelled open road for two hours. Traveling up a mountain with car loaded for camping, and 3 passengers. Car lost compression and white "smoke" not steam was pouring from underneath hood. Pulled to side of the road, turned off car and popped hood. Smoke was coming from the black box on top of the engine compartment. Waited 15-20 minutes for smoke to evaporate. Started car and continued 10 - 20 minutes to destination. No further mishaps. *ak

Travelling on interstate 66 - for approximately 1/2 hour to 45 minutes.....At night.....Instrument panel lights all on and engine lost compression....Able to pull to side of the road......Checked oil....Fine.....Waited 15-20 minutes. Car started up and ran fine rest of trip home about 2 hours.

Both of the motorized seatbelts failed. I know several people with this type of car and everyone of them have had the same failure. The repair is $800. The seatbelts should be recalled.

Vehicle engine hard to start. Cranks but does not turn over until 6 or 7 times trying, if then. Strong smell of gas. Problem is intermittent when engine is warm. No problem when engine is cold or hot.

Vehicle experienced sudden acceleration when pulling into car wash resulting in vehicle hitting pole, when driver put car into reverse the car accelerated again hitting another pole behind the car, resulting in injury to consumer. Mjs

Automactic shoulder belt isn't working on the driver's side, and the consumer can hear the motor running. *ak

The motorized shoulder harness retractor operates erratically, frequently leaving the harness only partially retracted. We are concerned about safe operation of the vehicle because of interference with steering, turn signal operation and visibility (including visibility in left rear view mirror). There is also concern about strangulation in the event of a crash because of the position of the belt well forsard of the body, and below the level of the neck. My wife consistently disconnects the belt, leaving only the lap belt, but this certainly doesn't provide optimal safety either, particularly because the vehicle is equipped with an air bag. The dealer has estimated repair costs at over $500.00. We feel because it is required safety equipment, they should repair it at their expense. Thanks for your help. *ak

Rack and pinion seals leak fluid.

The automatic seat belts on driver & passenger side went out, not retracting or releasing for usage. Informed the motor had failed & needed replacing. *ak

Driver's side automatic seat belt failed.

Automatic shoulder belt is locked into place and has to be manually opened. Motor is broken and may not protect driver in case of accident. Dealer is not aware of the problem. Problem still exists, warranty or insurance will not cover. *ak

Vehicle brought in for service two separate times for the same problem at 43,000 miles, for suspected transmission problems. Was told that the oil pump, timing belt, and idle control valve were defective and needed replacement under warranty. At 60,000 miles the car was serviced for regular maintenance, and told to check the transmission, as it was still not functioning correctly. Four thousand miles later, at 64,000 miles, the transmission seized while driving with two small children and one passenger. The dealer refuses to pay for repair at this time. Retrieved information regarding the recall on 1993 legacy transmissions, concerned that i never received the recall information, nor was told by any of the last three dealers that i have delt with about this potential life-threatening defect!

Driver's motorbelt failed.

Air bag deployed while driving. *ak

The automatic shoulder belt on the driver's side is stuck in the middle of the retractor. The problem has not been corrected. *ak

Vehicle was involved in a collison win hich the air bag did not deploy. The accident took place on the passenger's side all the way around to the driver's side. *ak

Air bag: driving approximately 30mph, looked away for split second and ran into the back of a vehicle. The air bag did not deploy. *ak

In heavy rain, sealant around electric sunroof fails and water leaks onto the driver.

False deployment of driver's airbag.

Seat belt plastic buckle connector falls inside door frame. *sd

Failure of the ignition switch, the key was turned off and the vehicle was still running. *ak

Clutch wore out prematurely.

Rear defroster does not have auto shut off even when the vehicle is off defroster is still on when vehicle is restarted/glass reachs high temp/shatter. *sd

The engine is smoking and the smoke comes through the vents and causes the passenger compartment to fill with smoke and blinds the driver. Please describe. *ak

The reverse gear went out of transmission. Tt

During rear end collision less than 5 mph delayed deployment of the air bag. "dup: see 959980". Tt

Emergency brake button has broken off, cannot use. Tt

When going downhill on slippery conditions, antilock brake system fails to stop vehicle. *dsh

Frontal collision impact 1:00 position speed 5 mph air bag deployed at low speed impact partically came out. "dup 950412: 962085". Tt

Frontal collision impact 12:00 speed 25 mph, air bag did not deploy. Tt

In wet and dry weather the warning light comes on and there are no abs anti-lock brakes, dealer can't find problem because the light goes off. *ak consumer states while on vacation the abs failure warnign light came on, took vehicle to dealer but was unable to duplicate the problem from the vehicle's computer, but the abs failure light stayed on and the brake system performed haphazardly loud clunking noises at wheels when brake were applied and the brake pedal pulsated up and down under consumer's foot when he stepped on the pedal,.*jb

Engine intermittently stalls. *dsh

Anti-lock brakes fail to stop vehicle in snow/wet weather and instead surges, causing loss of control. *skd

Antilock brakes lock up going downhill on snow, causing driver to lose control. *dsh

Soon after purchase, headlight lenses started becoming opaque/fogged in appearance. The headlights of my girlfriend's '92 subaru legacy looked the same. Never thought much about it because i lived in a large urban area with well lit streets. Was recently transferred to the little city of savannah, ga. Noticed that it is hard to see at night. Last night someone informed me that i should replace my headlights because they are barely visible. I looked at them and they are extremely dim. Called the nearest dealer and the parts manager said that this is a very common problem caused by the cheap plastic used to make the lens for the headlight assembly. It is a little late to be reporting it, but this seems to be a definite safety hazard. Was there ever a recall for these headlights?*ak

Heating, ventilation, air conditioning controls do not operate fully. Cannot remove fog or ice from windshield.

Left cv joint malfunctioned. *ak

Vehicle was involved in a frontal collision, and the airbags did not deploy. Vehicle was totaled. Manufacturer and dealer have been notified. *ak

Purchased car as a program car, the 4-wheel drive locked up . Please describe .*ak

The left front corner of the vehicle hit another vehicle at about 35 to 40mph and the airbag did not deploy. Driver was injured, now in wheelchair. *ak

Vehicle kept stalling out and would not restart for at least 30 minutes. Vehicle has been taken to dealer twice. But, could not determine cause. Consumer feels it is an electrical problem. *ak *slc

Paint is peeling off the hood.