MYRModel Year Report

1990 Subaru Justy

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1990 Subaru Justy
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:09:58.724Z

Only 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Subaru Justy Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1990 highlighted. 1987: 0 complaints 1987 1988: 4 complaints 1989: 11 complaints 1989 1990: 16 complaints 1990 1991: 9 complaints 1991 1992: 3 complaints 1993: 4 complaints 1993 1994: 1 complaints 1995: 1 complaints 1995
1990: 16 complaints
View as data table
YearComplaints
19870
19884
198911
199016
19919
19923
19934
19941
19951

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 16 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SEAT BELTS

5 of 16 total reports mention: seat belts.

POWER TRAIN

5 of 16 total reports mention: power train.

SEAT BELTS

4 of 16 total reports mention: seat belts.

SUSPENSION

1 of 16 total reports mentions: suspension.

Show complaint excerpts

REAR AND FRONT AXLES WENT OUT AND MOTOR BLEW UP. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETALS. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950127

SUSPENSION

1 of 16 total reports mentions: suspension.

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19940629 — PE (closed 19941031)

HOOD LATCH FAILURE

I 19950310 — EA (closed 19950802)

TAKATA SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE

R 19960101 — seat belts

THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE

Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES A

Campaign 95V103006 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1990 Subaru Justy — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 95V103006 (seat belts) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1990 Subaru Justy reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1990 Subaru Justy?

The most-reported component is seat belts:front:retractor, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1990 Subaru Justy have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.