1996 Subaru SVX Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other SVX years
- Not enough data 2nd of 3 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 1996 Subaru SVX. That ranks 2nd out of 3 SVX model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (2 complaints, 67%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1996 Subaru SVX problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 2 | 67% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1996 Subaru SVX recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1996 Subaru SVX.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
While traveling 10 mph or faster consumer noticed a loud noise from the rear wheel. Dealer has been contacted. Please provide further information. *ak
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 failures of the 4eat automatic transmission in the subaru svx. It is evident that there is a design flaw in the transmission that causes the premature…
Rear wheel bearings failed twice.
Other Subaru SVX years
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1996 Subaru SVX?
Owners most often report power train, suspension problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1996 Subaru SVX?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1996 Subaru SVX a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other SVX model years, the 1996 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.