MYRModel Year Report

1990 Subaru Justy

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1990 Subaru Justy
RENDERED 2026-11-01T03:15:10.251Z

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
16

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1990

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1988: 4 complaints 1988 1989: 11 complaints 1989 1990: 16 complaints 1990 16 1991: 9 complaints 1991 1992: 3 complaints 1992 1993: 4 complaints 1993 1994: 1 complaint 1994 1995: 1 complaint 1995
1988: 4 complaints 1988 1989: 11 complaints 1989 1990: 16 complaints 1990 16 1991: 9 complaints 1991 1992: 3 complaints 1992 1993: 4 complaints 1993 1994: 1 complaint 1994 1995: 1 complaint 1995
1988: 4 complaints 1988 1989: 11 complaints 1989 1990: 16 complaints 1990 16 1991: 9 complaints 1991 1992: 3 complaints 1992 1993: 4 complaints 1993 1994: 1 complaint 1994 1995: 1 complaint 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

9 of 16 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing retractor and buckle assembly.

Power train

5 of 16 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.

Suspension

3 of 16 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing rear and multiple axle.

Show complaint excerpts

Rear and front axles went out and motor blew up. Please describe detals. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-01-27

Also filed under Engine and engine cooling

Engine and engine cooling

1 of 16 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1994-06-29Preliminary evaluationClosed 1994-10-31 Hood latch failure
  2. I
    1995-03-10Engineering analysisClosed 1995-08-02 Takata seat belt buckle failure
  3. R
    1996-01-01Seat belts95V103006 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…

    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…

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1990 Subaru Justy — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Seat belts: 9 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 5 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 95V103006 · Seat belts
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, accounting for 56% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1990 Subaru Justy have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.