Consumer Complaints

Vehicles / Subaru / Svx
Id Vehicle Make Vehicle Model Model Year Complaint Summary
007121135 SUBARU SVX 1992 TRANSMISSION SLIP BETWEEN 2ND AND 3RD GEAR. *TR
006074295 SUBARU SVX 1994 Started out as 3rd and 4th slipping, and after babying it for a week of going to work and back home it will no longer hold 3rd or 4th. after doing
005053198 SUBARU SVX 1992 Dt*: the contact stated the transmission's second gear is inoperative and third gear is slipping. the cooling system was unable to cool the
005047506 SUBARU SVX 1992 The transmission failed on my subaru svx 1992 year model. the vehicle only has 65k miles on it and has been maintained per the manufacturer's
005040123 SUBARU SVX 1995 TRANSMISSION FAILURE. *NM
005038722 SUBARU SVX 1992 I purchases a subaru svx 1992 model. i test drove it and it seemed fine. took it to a mechanic to have it looked over and it came back clean except
005038721 SUBARU SVX 1992 I purchases a subaru svx 1992 model. i test drove it and it seemed fine. took it to a mechanic to have it looked over and it came back clean except
005038720 SUBARU SVX 1992 I purchases a subaru svx 1992 model. i test drove it and it seemed fine. took it to a mechanic to have it looked over and it came back clean except
005017118 SUBARU SVX 1992 1992 subaru svx transmission failure. everything on the car works great but 3rd and 4th gear.. subaru needs to help us out since the repairs would
004008526 SUBARU SVX 1992 Transmission has failed for the second time after being fixed. no warning this time, just wouldn't go in reverse. transmission is being rebuilt by
004314475 SUBARU SVX 1992 I am feeling the failure of my transmission, which is quite common to all 1992 subaru svx and the company hasn't really taken any precautionary or
002298144 SUBARU SVX 1994 I had transmission failure of the 3rd and 4th gears that started out as gears slipping, then the transmission stopped shifting to 3rd and 4th all
002293020 SUBARU SVX 1992 I own a 1992 subarus svx . i had to have the transmission rebuilt at a cost of $2500.00 now 40,000 miles later it needs another one , from reports i
004291530 SUBARU SVX 1994 While driving 100 mph transmission failed. engine revved at a high rate. then, vehicle lost power, and the consumer hit a wall. vehicle was towed.
004289602 SUBARU SVX 1992 The transmission slips in 4th gear when it's temperature and the weather temperature is cool. the transmission also fails to lock in gear. the
004265567 SUBARU SVX 1994 After researching about my subaru svx, i found out that there is a chronic problem with the transmission subaru put in these cars. there is an
003265328 SUBARU SVX 1992 My svx, although it is a 92' the front differential failed at about 98,000 miles. i expected the life of the transmission to last a lot longer. the
004262777 SUBARU SVX 1992 TRANSMISSION FAILURE DUE TO DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION FLAWS OF THE MANUFACTURER. *AK
004261010 SUBARU SVX 1994 Just another dead transimission in my svx. it seems like 116,000-124,000 miles is the lifetime of these things (so many dead there haven't been any
004258451 SUBARU SVX 1995 Pulled out from a traffic light felt like car was slipping on ice. svx travelled about a mile before it would not go anymore(in any gear). managed to
003245496 SUBARU SVX 1995 While driving at 30 mph transmission disengaged, and the driver lost control of the steering wheel. was able to drive at low speed until able to
002235466 SUBARU SVX 1992 Vehicle began to rev while the brake was depressed. the consumer then activated the emergency brake. *mr there was a significant down grade.
002235465 SUBARU SVX 1992 Vehicle began to rev while the brake was depressed. the consumer then activated the emergency brake. *mr there was a significant down grade.
003233258 SUBARU SVX 1992 We have had a 1992 subaru svx and are very disappointed with the extensive problems with the transmission. we are going to have a new one put in and
003224572 SUBARU SVX 1992 CONSUMER HAS PROBLEM WITH THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK
001219324 SUBARU SVX 1995 I have a 1995 subaru svx and as many svx owners the transmission on this vehicle is defective. the cooling system for the transmission is defective,
003212044 SUBARU SVX 1992 Upon purchase of car 1-2 weeks prior, it was noticed that the transmission would not shift into 4th gear, and was slipping at initial acceleration
003212043 SUBARU SVX 1992 Upon purchase of car 1-2 weeks prior, it was noticed that the transmission would not shift into 4th gear, and was slipping at initial acceleration
002202925 SUBARU SVX 1992 I purchased this as a used vehicle, but purchased an extended warranty due to the potential (expensive) problems. i was assured by the dealer that
003201705 SUBARU SVX 1992 Power train - automatic transmission despite regular professional car care at either a subaru dealer in 80 - 100 mile radius) or local automotive
0000195266 SUBARU SVX 1992 Consumer states whiles driving 30mph the transmission slipped causing the vehicle to stall in the street. please provide any additional information
997191441 SUBARU SVX 1992 REAR WHEEL BEARING PROBLEM, REPLACED, BEARING MAKE LOUD NOISE AGAIN
002172330 SUBARU SVX 1992 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
001164780 SUBARU SVX 1994 Consumer was traveling about 55mph on highway and heard a winding noise coming from underneath the hood. when she tried to shift vehicle, it
999159566 SUBARU SVX 1992 Automatic transmission gears will not engage. also, transmission will jump gears. consumer had this problem approximately one year ago, and had it
001148151 SUBARU SVX 1992 While driving vehicle began to lose gears. every time he changes gears vehicle hesitates before it will change. dealer said that vehicle needed
001146911 SUBARU SVX 1992 Vehicle wouldn't shift into 3rd gear, it had to be driven in 2nd gear home. there was no warning. consumer will add more after speaking to a dealer
001146811 SUBARU SVX 1992 WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE STARTED TO LOSE POWER. WHEN PUSHING ON GAS PEDAL VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE, IT WAS STILL RUNNING. *AK
001146158 SUBARU SVX 1992 WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED TRANSMISSION WILL NOT SHIFT, AND VEHICLE WILL FEEL LIKE IT IS RIDING IN NEUTRAL.*AK *JB
0000134053 SUBARU SVX 1992 WHEEL BEARINGS HAVE BEEN REPLACED NUMEROUS TIMES, AND DEALER SAID IT WAS NORMAL WEAR. ALSO, SAME HAS HAPPENED WITH TRANSMISSION. *AK
0000134052 SUBARU SVX 1992 WHEEL BEARINGS HAVE BEEN REPLACED NUMEROUS TIMES, AND DEALER SAID IT WAS NORMAL WEAR. ALSO, SAME HAS HAPPENED WITH TRANSMISSION. *AK
000130529 SUBARU SVX 1997 When vehicle was involved in a crash air bags failed to deploy properly. both frontal air bags dribbled out about 5 seconds after impact. vehicle
0000118358 SUBARU SVX 1992 A DEFECTIVE SOLENOID WITHIN TRANSMISSION VALVE BODY FAILED, CAUSING FAILURE OF TRANSMISSION. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
999110488 SUBARU SVX 1992 WHILE CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 45MPH HE HEARD A LOUD CLUNKING NOISE. PULLED OVER, AND NOTICED WHEEL BEARING WAS DEFECTIVE. *AK
001103008 SUBARU SVX 1992 I have read on the internet this is a common problem, and exspensive is there anything you can do to get the subaru to reimburse me for this negligent
002098242 SUBARU SVX 1992 I've had both rear wheel bearings replaced, the right rear i've had replaced 3 times, the last one lasted less than 1000 miles, at which point i
002091890 SUBARU SVX 1992 NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
0000084152 SUBARU SVX 1992 2ND TRANSMISSION FAILURE/2ND OWNER OF VEHICLE; BELIEVE THIS IS HIGH INCIDENT TO THIS PARTICULAR SVX MODEL. *AK
0000083320 SUBARU SVX 1992 Sidewall bubbles - two on same tire 1/4 around tire apart. i understand that a bubble can be cause by a pothole impact, however, after talking to a
000080084 SUBARU SVX 1992 NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
000075534 SUBARU SVX 1992 I have replaced the transmission in this car on twice. the first transmission was shipped from california, from a wrecked svx. however, the second
001072405 SUBARU SVX 1992 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, WHICH HAS A HISTORY OF FAILURE FOR THIS TYPE OF VEHICLE (4EAT TRANSMISSION).*AK
999071404 SUBARU SVX 1992 NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
999071403 SUBARU SVX 1992 NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
000068529 SUBARU SVX 1992 The bearings on the transmission have failed. the car only has 70,000 miles on it and the dealership told me the transmissions are prone to failure as
998065568 SUBARU SVX 1995 I have reported (4) problems on parts that have failed prematurely. i had to pay for the repair of these parts without warrenty cost sharing. rear
999065544 SUBARU SVX 1992 At this mileage the transmission nearly failed completely. in first gear the car will not go more than 25-30 miles per hour, and it rarely will shift
001063992 SUBARU SVX 1992 NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
998062991 SUBARU SVX 1992 TRANSAMISSION ON SVX IS A KNOWN DEFECTIVE SYSTEM THAT SHOULD BE FIXED BY SUBARU
000059320 SUBARU SVX 1994 TRANSMISSION DIED. *AK
000056288 SUBARU SVX 1992 PEMATURE FAILURE OF TRANSMISSION. THERE'S ACTUALLY A TSB ON THIS FAILURE SHOWING THAT THE MANUFACTURE NEW OF THIS FAILURE.
000054013 SUBARU SVX 1992 Replaced 4 wheel bearing due to persistent roaring at all speeds, but especially above 45mph. rear wheel bearings were previously replaced 20k miles
997049373 SUBARU SVX 1995 THE AIRBAGS RELEASED WITH NO IMPACT.PLEASE SEND ME ANY INFORMATION ON THIS MATTER. THANK YOU.
998040537 SUBARU SVX 1995 I noticed my transmission problem when i first bought car, brought it to dealership, they said they didn't notice a problem, under warranty at time of
0000035110 SUBARU SVX 1992 The following letter has been sent to subaru of america.... for more information on the extent of the subaru svx tranmission problem please go to www
000034316 SUBARU SVX 1992 Transmission issues all around, many concerns on the upgrades since 92, no recalls but just about a complete redesign of the faulty original design,
0000033939 SUBARU SVX 1992 The following letter has been sent to subaru of america.... for more information on the extent of the subaru svx transmission problem please go to
0000032811 SUBARU SVX 1992 The following letter has been sent to subaru of america.... for more information on the extent of the subaru svx tranmission problem please go to www
0000032810 SUBARU SVX 9999 The following letter has been sent to subaru of america.... for more information on the extent of the subaru svx tranmission problem please go to www
0000032617 SUBARU SVX 1992 The following letter has been sent to subaru of america.... for more information on the extent of the subaru svx tranmission problem please go to www
999031535 SUBARU SVX 1992 I have purchased this car through a smaller dealer, i thought that my problems with the car were only because of poor business through dealer, i had
998031327 SUBARU SVX 1992 NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
998031326 SUBARU SVX 1992 NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
0000031228 SUBARU SVX 1992 The following letter has been sent to subaru of america.... for more information on the extent of the subaru svx transmission problem please go to
000031004 SUBARU SVX 1992 The dealer has been helpful, but subaru will not cooperate. 7 transmission failures in 104,000 miles is unnacceptable. subaru must recall this
0000030855 SUBARU SVX 1993 The following letter has been sent to subaru of america.... for more information on the extent of the subaru svx tranmission problem please go to www
0000030089 SUBARU SVX 1992 The following letter has been sent to subaru of america.... for more information on the extent of the subaru svx tranmission problem please go to www
0000018978 SUBARU SVX 1992 Consumer states transmisson has been replaced four times, and currently needs its fifth transmission, manufacturer is aware of the problem and has
0000018976 SUBARU SVX 1992 Consumer states transmisson has been replaced four times, and currently needs its fifth transmission, manufacturer is aware of the problem and has
001018975 SUBARU SVX 1992 THE FRONT BRAKE PADS WERE REPLACED DUE TO BEING WORN.*JB
0000176075 SUBARU SVX 1992 Consumer got in the car the alarm was off try to start car the alarm came on and lock consumer in the car, dealer had aready replaced the alarm kill
994169741 SUBARU SVX 1992 VEHICLE STALL OUT AT ANY SPEED.
0000152808 SUBARU SVX 1996 While traveling 10 mph or faster consumer noticed a loud noise from the rear wheel. dealer has been contacted. please provide further information. *
999150717 SUBARU SVX 1992 TRANSMISSION WOULD MAKE CLUNKING NOISES WHENEVER IT IS SHIFTING INTO OVERDRIVE. TAKING VEHICLE TO DEALER TO CHECK. *AK
999137270 SUBARU SVX 1992 While driving vehicle felt as if it was in neutral, it wouldn't go. dealer contacted, and stated transmission should be rebuilt. no warranty expired
998129138 SUBARU SVX 1994 Due to carbon forming around the throttle body, the throttle was in open position, resulting in unexpected acceleration. the braking system did not
996127246 SUBARU SVX 1992 Consumer has experienced total brake failure whenever driving at any speed over 60 mph. the master cylinder was replaced in february 96, second time
996127245 SUBARU SVX 1992 Consumer has experienced total brake failure whenever driving at any speed over 60 mph. the master cylinder was replaced in february 96, second time
0000099341 SUBARU SVX 1992 CD PLAYER FAILED.*ET
0000099338 SUBARU SVX 1992 POWER STEERING RACK CRACKED CAUSING SMOKE TO COME FROM THE WHEEL AREA ON THE DRIVERS SIDE. *ET
0000099337 SUBARU SVX 1992 ALTERNATOR AND BATTERY FAILED. *ET
0000099336 SUBARU SVX 1992 ALTERNATOR AND BATTERY FAILED. *ET
0000099335 SUBARU SVX 1992 TRANSMISSION WAS NOT GOING INTO GEAR PROPERLY AND WAS SUBSEQUENTLY REPLACED.*ET
0000099334 SUBARU SVX 1992 ALTERNATOR AND BATTERY FAILED. *ET
0000099333 SUBARU SVX 1992 TRANSMISSION WAS NOT GOING INTO GEAR PROPERLY AND WAS SUBSEQUENTLY REPLACED.*ET
997098535 SUBARU SVX 1994 WHEEL BEARINGS/TRANSMISSION FAILED.
997098534 SUBARU SVX 1994 WHEEL BEARINGS/TRANSMISSION FAILED.
997098533 SUBARU SVX 1992 TRANSMISSION FAILED.*ET
997098527 SUBARU SVX 1994 REAR WHEEL BEARINGS FAILED.
998098501 SUBARU SVX 1996 REAR WHEEL BEARINGS FAILED TWICE.
0000098485 SUBARU SVX 1993 TRANSMISSION FAILURE.
0000098397 SUBARU SVX 1992 TRANSMISSION/AXLE WHEEL BEARING FAILURE.
0000098396 SUBARU SVX 1992 TRANSMISSION/AXLE WHEEL BEARING FAILURE.
997098336 SUBARU SVX 1992 TRANSMISSION FAILURE.
997097645 SUBARU SVX 1992 MULTIPLE TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS.
998097509 SUBARU SVX 1992 Transmission malfunctioned.the problems ranges from bad ecu's that screw up when it is cold to horrible torque converters that slip during shifting or
0000096508 SUBARU SVX 1992 The following letter has been sent to subaru of america.... for more information on the extent of the subaru svx tranmission problem please go to www
999096331 SUBARU SVX 1992 Transmission failed backing out of driveway causing car to stall in street. it had to be manually pushed out of potential danger. no forwarning of
996096071 SUBARU SVX 1992 Constant problem with transmission. had to be replaced with low original miles on it. rear bearing failed. 4 times on rear pass side, 1 time on
996096070 SUBARU SVX 1992 Constant problem with transmission. had to be replaced with low original miles on it. rear bearing failed. 4 times on rear pass side, 1 time on
0000095728 SUBARU SVX 1995 NO SUMMARY
0000094845 SUBARU SVX 1992 THE FOLLOWING LETTER HAS BEEN SENT TO SUBARU OF AMERICA.... FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE EXTENT OF THE SUBARU SVX TRANMISSION PROBLEM PLEASE GO TO .
0000094293 SUBARU SVX 1992 The following letter has been sent to subaru of america.... for more information on the extent of the subaru svx tranmission problem please go to www
0000093504 SUBARU SVX 1990 The following letter has been sent to subaru of america. for more information on the extent of the subaru svx transmission problem please go to www.
0000093503 SUBARU SVX 1990 The following letter has been sent to subaru of america. for more information on the extent of the subaru svx transmission problem please go to www.
0000093502 SUBARU SVX 1990 The following letter has been sent to subaru of america.... for more information on the extent of the subaru svx transmission problem please go to
0000092639 SUBARU SVX 1993 The following letter has been sent to subaru of america.... for more information on the extent of the subaru svx tranmission problem please go to www
999092632 SUBARU SVX 1994 NOT A COMPLETE FAILURE BUT INTERMITTENT TRANSMISSION SLIPPAGE AND OTHER PROBLEMS. BEARING FAILURE HAS LOUD ASSOCIATED HUM. *AK
0000092387 SUBARU SVX 1992 The following letter has been sent to subaru of america.... for more information on the extent of the subaru svx tranmission problem please go to www
999092367 SUBARU SVX 1992 This car has had two bearing failures on the same axel within 20,000 miles. from discussions with other owners and owners web sites, this is a known
999091624 SUBARU SVX 1992 NOISE &PULLY BEARING SEAL LEAKED
999091498 SUBARU SVX 1992 SUBARU TRANNY'S FAILING LEFT AND RIGHT. JUST LOOK THROUGH YOUR DATABASE
0000090330 SUBARU SVX 1995 The following letter has been sent to subaru of america.... for more information on the extent of the subaru svx tranmission problem please go to www
0000089834 SUBARU SVX 1992 The following letter has been sent to subaru of america.... this letter is sent on the behalf of the many owners that have experienced multiple
0000089833 SUBARU SVX 1996 The following letter has been sent to subaru of america.... this letter is sent on the behalf of the many owners that have experienced multiple
0000089793 SUBARU SVX 1992 The following letter has been sent to subaru of america.... this letter is sent on the behalf of the many owners that have experienced multiple
0000089786 SUBARU SVX 1992 The following letter has been sent to subaru of america.... this letter is sent on the behalf of the many owners that have experienced multiple
0000089698 SUBARU SVX 1992 The following letter has been sent to subaru of america.... this letter is sent on the behalf of the many owners that have experienced multiple
999088034 SUBARU SVX 1992 Transmission failure while driving. rpm's jumped from 2.5k to 4.5k with a loss of power. transmission now needs an overhaul. rear wheel bearings,
999087772 SUBARU SVX 1992 Have replaced wheel bearings several times (4) in three years. transmission failed and needs replacing. these a currently known defects with the svx
997086924 SUBARU SVX 1992 Transmission fails to lock up in fourth gear when temperature is below +32 deg f. at any temperature below 0 def f., the transmission may never lock
0000086477 SUBARU SVX 1992 Many subaru svxs have had propblem transmissions but subaru ignores the problems. my particular problem is that the tranny does not engage until the
999086190 SUBARU SVX 1992 MY STATE IS BC AND MY ZIP IS V2M 6H4 AND MY COUNTRY IS CANADA. NO SAFETY DEFECT INCLUDED IN SUMMARY. *AK
999084917 SUBARU SVX 1992 Dear nhtsa, please look into the cases involving rear wheel bearing failures because under this search in your complaint file i saw many. the numbers
997084852 SUBARU SVX 1992 NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR THIS VEHICLE. *AK
998083725 SUBARU SVX 1992 Left rear wheel bearing completely defective - have had replaced. when first starting the car, the transmission will not operate until the car has
998083724 SUBARU SVX 1992 Left rear wheel bearing completely defective - have had replaced. when first starting the car, the transmission will not operate until the car has
998083723 SUBARU SVX 1992 Left rear wheel bearing completely defective - have had replaced. when first starting the car, the transmission will not operate until the car has
998083722 SUBARU SVX 1992 Left rear wheel bearing completely defective - have had replaced. when first starting the car, the transmission will not operate until the car has
997082753 SUBARU SVX 1992 TRANSMISSION AND WHEEL BEARING FAILURES OCCUR VERY FREQUENTLY ON THIS CAR. SOME ACTION MUST BE TAKEN TO HOLD THE MANUFACTURER RESPONSIBLE.
997082752 SUBARU SVX 1992 TRANSMISSION AND WHEEL BEARING FAILURES OCCUR VERY FREQUENTLY ON THIS CAR. SOME ACTION MUST BE TAKEN TO HOLD THE MANUFACTURER RESPONSIBLE.
0000082142 SUBARU SVX 1992 The transmission blew out and had to be replaced, and i have continued to have problems. the wheel bearings have to be replaced on both rear wheels,
999081594 SUBARU SVX 1994 The subaru svx because of bad engineering of the transmission has an alarmingly high failure rate. drivers of these cars are almost guaranteed a
998081190 SUBARU SVX 1992 AIR CONDITIONER REPAIRED, COST $800. ALSO, REPLACED RIGHT AND LEFT REAR WHEEL BEARINGS, COST $500. *AK
998080612 SUBARU SVX 1992 It is my understanding that wheel bearing failure is very common with svx's. why were svx's with vin# nh106286-nh108731 excluded from the tsb's which
0000080197 SUBARU SVX 1992 WOULD LIKE TO FIX ANYTHING THAT HAS BEEN COVERED BY WARRANTY OR RECALL
997079314 SUBARU SVX 1992 Car has a surging problem at idle when cold. started car, put in gear, fully depressing accelerator and car barely moves, then seconds later, car
997079313 SUBARU SVX 1992 Car has a surging problem at idle when cold. started car, put in gear, fully depressing accelerator and car barely moves, then seconds later, car
997079312 SUBARU SVX 1992 Car has a surging problem at idle when cold. started car, put in gear, fully depressing accelerator and car barely moves, then seconds later, car
999079179 SUBARU SVX 1992 Typical subaru svx transmission problems -- slipping, etc. 1992-94 subaru transmissions should be recalled to install the *many* upgraded parts

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