4
recalls
The Subaru XT has 4 recalls covering 294,000 vehicles as reported; model year 1985 is covered by the most (2).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
4
Most for 1985: 2
Units affected
294K
As reported
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Complaints, 12 mo
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To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
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None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
How many recalls cover each model year. Hover a year for the count.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the Subaru XT by component
- Engine and engine cooling1 · 11K units
- Power train1 · 76K units
- Seat belts1 · 60K units
- Suspension1 · 147K units
Subaru XT recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2, 1992 | Subaru DL, GL, XT (1985-1987): SuspensionNo. 92V001000 | Other or not stated | 147,000 |
| May 30, 1991 | Subaru Legacy, Loyale, XT (1989-1991): Power trainNo. 91V082000 | Crash risk | 76,000 |
| Apr 5, 1988 | Subaru DL, GL, Justy, XT (1988): Seat beltsNo. 88V052000 | Other or not stated | 60,000 |
| Oct 21, 1985 | Subaru XT (1985): Engine and engine coolingNo. 85V132000 | Fire | 11,000 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 1991 Subaru XT recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 1991 Subaru XT. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the Subaru XT have?
4 recalls cover the Subaru XT, for 294,000 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is engine and engine cooling (1 recalls).
What do owners complain about most on the Subaru XT?
Seat belts: named in 4 of the 8 safety complaints about the Subaru XT, then engine and engine cooling (1). One complaint can name several components.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.