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JF1CX3538NH••••••1992 Subaru SVX
This build draws 1.8× more complaints than the average 1992 Subaru SVX build (13 vs 7).
13on this build
168on the model
23builds in total
1injuries
Most reportedPower Train 12Suspension 1
What owners of this build wrote
Power TrainJan 2013
The contact owns a 1992 subaru svx. The contact was driving approximately 40 mph when the transmission seized without warning. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer, who advised that the transmission would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The…
Unknown Or OtherSep 1998
My car has had repeated defects effecting the transmission and front wheel bearings. The repair cost for the transmission exceedes $3000. And the bearings cost $400. Ea. This manufactures defect has not been recalled, and the manufacturer, subaru of america has failed to repair…
SuspensionJun 1998
Wheel bearing problem continues. We have replaced the same bearing (left rear) seven times since owning this vehicle. Seems to last approximately 10k between replacements. Transmission was fixed twice after replacement at 81000 miles
Power TrainJul 2002
No description
Power TrainApr 2002
Consumer states that the engine was reving up between gears, all the way to the red line. When gear catches the vehicle lurches forward. Consumer states subaru has been contacted, and they recommend that the consumer replaces the whole transmission. Nlm
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN JF1CX3538NH100519 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.