Recall 91V-082: 1990–1991 Subaru Legacy, 1989–1990 Subaru Loyale and 1 more

SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on May 30, 1991, covering about 76,000 vehicles.

NHTSA number
91V-082
Report date
May 30, 1991
Vehicles affected
76,000
Owners notified
Jul 5, 1991

The problem

Under certain load conditions, the park gear may not disengage immediately when the transmission lever is moved from park to reverse.

The risk

Delayed release of transmission from park causes delayedand possibly abrupt vehicle movement that could result in loss of vehiclecontrol and an accident.

The fix

Install a modified parking brake pawl to prevent delayed release into reverse gear.

Notes

System: transmission park gear.vehicle description: passenger cars with electronically controlled automatictransmissions (4eat).

Recall details

ManufacturerSUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
ComponentPower Train › Automatic Transmission
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number91V082000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Subaru Legacy1990, 1991All years
Subaru Loyale1989, 1990All years
Subaru XT1989, 1990, 1991All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 91V-082?

Under certain load conditions, the park gear may not disengage immediately when the transmission lever is moved from park to reverse.

How is recall 91V-082 fixed?

Install a modified parking brake pawl to prevent delayed release into reverse gear.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.