1990 Subaru SVX
Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 3 |
| 1992 | 231 |
| 1993 | 4 |
| 1994 | 28 |
| 1995 | 20 |
| 1996 | 3 |
| 1997 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
3 of 3 total reports mention: power train.
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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.KINETICCONCEPTS.COM
NHTSA ODI report, 19991029
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.KINETICCONCEPTS.COM. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19991029
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.KINETICCONCEPTS.COM. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19991029
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1990 Subaru SVX — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (3 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1990 Subaru SVX 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 SVX?
The most-reported component is power train:automatic transmission, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1990 Subaru SVX have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.