1988 Subaru XT-6Subaru Xt-6 1988

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Investigations, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins

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Below you will find all available information on the 1988 Subaru XT-6, manufacturered by Fuji Heavy Industries U.s.a., Inc. (c/o Subaru Of America).
The vehicle is described as a Front-Wheel Drive Subcompact Cars .

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
Subaru4S3 4S3 4S4 4S3 4S3 4S4 JF1 JF2 Regular
City MPGHighway MPGCO2 emissions
18 - 22 MPG26 - 29 MPG355.48 - 423.19 g/mile
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Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is the MPG of a 1988 Subaru XT-6?
     - The 1988 Subaru XT-6 has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 18 - 22 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 26 - 29 MPG.
  • What is the fuse box diagram for the 1988 Subaru XT-6?
     - Fuse box diagrams for the 1988 Subaru XT-6 can be found here
  • What is the annual fuel cost for the 1988 Subaru XT-6?
     - EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 1988 Subaru XT-6 is $2250.
  • Where is the 1988 Subaru XT-6 produced?
     - The 1988 Subaru XT-6 is produced in Cherry Hill Nj, United States (usa).
  • Are there recalls for the 1988 Subaru XT-6?
     - There are 4 recall(s) for the 1988 Subaru XT-6, additional information is below.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 60226 [USA]: In the presence of an ignition source, a vehicle fire can occur.

  • Recall 21764 [USA]: The intermittent nature of the power steering failurecan lead to loss of steering control and result in a vehicle accident.

  • Recall 25712 [USA]: Fails to meet requirements of fmvss 210 regarding childrestraint systems.

  • Recall 1992001 [Canada]: Steering

To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.

NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details
  • Automatic 4-spd Front-Wheel Drive Xt

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.8
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS) (MPFI)
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-1500
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsCLKUP
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 112.3962
    City mpg for fuel type 1,21
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,24
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.8
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index66021
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS) (MPFI)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2250
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,28
    Vehicle record id4326
    2 door luggage volume (cubic feet)10
    Model name (carline)Xt
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    2-door passenger volume (cubic feet)76
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 126.6667
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 139.7436
    EPA vehicle size classSubcompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-1500
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsCLKUP
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
  • Manual 5-spd Front-Wheel Drive Xt

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.8
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS) (MPFI)
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-1000
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 111.9004
    City mpg for fuel type 1,22
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,25
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.8
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index66021
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS) (MPFI)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2150
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,29
    Vehicle record id4327
    2 door luggage volume (cubic feet)10
    Model name (carline)Xt
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    2-door passenger volume (cubic feet)76
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 128.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 141.0
    EPA vehicle size classSubcompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-1000
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
  • Automatic 4-spd Front-Wheel Drive Xt

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters2.7
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-3000
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsCLKUP
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 114.1671
    City mpg for fuel type 1,18
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,21
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters2.7
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index66030
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2550
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,26
    Vehicle record id4328
    2 door luggage volume (cubic feet)10
    Model name (carline)Xt
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    2-door passenger volume (cubic feet)76
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 122.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 136.0
    EPA vehicle size classSubcompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-3000
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsCLKUP
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
Bulletins

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • 01-167-08R - EQUIPMENT: This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the service manuals for individual models.
  • 15-302-22 - EQUIPMENT: This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
  • 15-192-22R - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: 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 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the service manuals for individual models
  • 09-51-08R - EQUIPMENT: This bulletin is to advise of soa⿿s revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure.
  • 14-22-16R - EQUIPMENT: 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 - EQUIPMENT: Special service tools cross reference list.
  • 01-181-20 - EQUIPMENT: All models (vehicle cleaning- covid-19best practices)
  • Subaru Tech Tips - EQUIPMENT: Subaru service and technical support line newletter.
  • 14-22-16R - EQUIPMENT: 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.
Known Recall Investigations
  • Power steering failure investigation # EA91037

    There is no summary currently available

Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
NoNoN NoneNone20021130

Consumer had vehicle remedied under recall 91v193000 in 02/92. Power steering began to fail without warning intermittently at 89k miles. Dealer diagnosed problem as related to previous recall. Manufacturer advised only a 1 year warranty on recall remedy. Ts

NoNoN NoneNone19980130

Power steering pump failed prior to/after recall repairs (91v-193).

NoNoN NoneNone19960815

Driver's motor belt inoperative/also loss of tension in lap belt..

NoNoN NoneNone19960730

Power steering mechanism failed after recall work performed.

NoNoN NoneNone19950402

When traveling the power steering goes out and then it comes back on. Electronic steering system signal controller has been replaced under service recall #wzm48 on 3/30/92 at 60,000 miles. Needs to be replaced again at 90,000 and on 7/89. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone

While operating vehicle at any speed, the power steering will cease operating causing loss of control. Vehicle was previously included in recall 91v193000, which the remedy corrected the problem only briefly.

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