1997 Subaru Subaru problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Wheels:rim (1) · Tires:sidewall (1) · Fuel System, Other:storage:fuel Gauge System (1)
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (6)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Power Train:axle Assembly:axle Shaft:seal 1999-05-05 · WXN71 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
subject regarding axle shaft grease leakage. *tt
Power Train:automatic Transmission 1999-04-19 · 166399 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
subaru of america, inc. has now made available remanufactured automatic transmissions for most models. *tt
Structure:body 1997-12-05 · 971205115197 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
subject on diagnostic service cautions. *yc
Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System 1997-12-05 · 971205115097 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
subject on state emission testing. *yc
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline 1997-08-06 · 08-06-97 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
information on assembling 1997 and newer engines. *tt
Engine And Engine Cooling 1997-06-06 · 97060601145 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
procedures on preventing engine damage. *yc
What owners report
No detailed complaint narratives on file.
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.