1990 Subaru Xt: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1990 Subaru Xt: 1 recall, 0 owner complaints and up to 25 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer, plus 1 equipment/tire recall that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #91V082000 · 1991 · 76,000 vehicles
What's wrong: Under certain load conditions, the park gear May not disengage immediately when the transmission lever is moved from park to reverse.
Why it matters: 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.
1 aftermarket equipment / tire recall replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Fuel system Equipment recall #05E065000 · 2005 · 42,962 vehicles
What's wrong: 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…
Why it matters: In the presence of an ignition source, a vehicle fire can occur.
The fix: Spx will notify its customers and provide a full refund. The recall began September 27, 2005.
Most-reported problems
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1990 Subaru Xt so far.
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 29 | 25 | Regular |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 26 | 22 | Regular |
| 2.7 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 26 | 21 | Regular |
Want the full repair deets? Get the factory manual.
Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the 1990 Subaru Xt.
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FAQ
Does the 1990 Subaru Xt have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 1990 Subaru Xt, plus 1 equipment or tire recalls that can apply. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1990 Subaru Xt get?
EPA ratings run up to 25 mpg combined (1.8 L, Manual 5-spd), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 1990 Subaru Xt repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.