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certain spx filtran fuel filters with a 45-degree angle inlet tube, model 800f350-s1, sold as replacement filters for 1993-1997 ford probe,1993-2001 mazda 626 and mx-6, and 1983-1994 loyal, 3-door coupe, hatchback, sedan, wagon, brat, dl, gl, gl-10, rx, xt, and xt6 passenger vehicles with efi or turbo engines. these filters are packaged as wix, napa, and carquest brand fuel filters. certain spx filtran fuel filters with a 90-degree angle inlet tube, model 800f300-s2, sold as replacement filters for 19983-1994 subaru vehicles with efi or turbo engines. these filters are packaged as wix, napa, and carquest brand fuel filters. fuel may leak from the filter due to non-conforming brazing welds where the inlet tube is connected to the filter can.

Corrective Action

in the presence of an ignition source, a vehicle fire can occur.

Recall Notes

spx will notify its customers and provide a full refund. the recall began september 27, 2005. owners may contact mr. chris greeson at 704-869-3733 or contact the wix information hotline at 800-949-6698.

1988 Subaru Dl

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly

Consequence of Defect

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 improperly.

Corrective Action

the safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

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 are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tugging on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked, and then pressing the release button. the latch plate should pop out of the buckle when the button is pressed. if either release button shows a sign of breaking or cracking or if either buckle fails to operate properly, owners should promptly contact their authorized dealer to schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired, free of charge. the manufacturer is developing a remedy designed to prevent failure of the buttons that are not currently broken.

1988 Subaru Dl

Component

Seat Belts

Consequence of Defect

omission of information specified by fmvss 210 from owner manual.

Corrective Action

fails to meet requirements of fmvss 210 regarding childrestraint systems.

Recall Notes

adhesive backed inserts will be furnished with the correct information.

1988 Subaru Dl

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

in the presence of an ignition source, a vehicle fire can occur.

Recall Notes

1987 Subaru Dl

Component

Suspension:Rear

Consequence of Defect

the inner arms of the rear suspension are subject to corrosion in areas where road salt is used heavily in winter.

Corrective Action

operation and control of the vehicle can be adverselyaffected by corrosion of the inner control arms.

Recall Notes

rustproof or replace the inner control arms as necessary.

1987 Subaru Dl

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

the composition of certain non-genuine replacement preheat tubes can cause combustion.

Corrective Action

this could result in an engine compartment fire.

Recall Notes

install a modified design preheat tube.

1987 Subaru Dl

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

in the presence of an ignition source, a vehicle fire can occur.

Recall Notes

1986 Subaru Dl

Component

Suspension:Rear

Consequence of Defect

the inner arms of the rear suspension are subject to corrosion in areas where road salt is used heavily in winter.

Corrective Action

operation and control of the vehicle can be adverselyaffected by corrosion of the inner control arms.

Recall Notes

rustproof or replace the inner control arms as necessary.

1986 Subaru Dl

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

in the presence of an ignition source, a vehicle fire can occur.

Recall Notes

1986 Subaru Dl

Component

Suspension:Rear

Consequence of Defect

continuous exposure to road salt could cause corrosion of rear suspension components, especially the inner arms.

Corrective Action

the corrosion could affect the operation and control of the vehicle.

Recall Notes

rust proof or replace rear suspension, as necessary.

1985 Subaru Dl

Component

Suspension:Rear

Consequence of Defect

the inner arms of the rear suspension are subject to corrosion in areas where road salt is used heavily in winter.

Corrective Action

operation and control of the vehicle can be adverselyaffected by corrosion of the inner control arms.

Recall Notes

rustproof or replace the inner control arms as necessary.

1985 Subaru Dl

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

in the presence of an ignition source, a vehicle fire can occur.

Recall Notes

1985 Subaru Dl

Component

Suspension:Rear

Consequence of Defect

continuous exposure to road salt could cause corrosion of rear suspension components, especially the inner arms.

Corrective Action

the corrosion could affect the operation and control of the vehicle.

Recall Notes

rust proof or replace rear suspension, as necessary.

1984 Subaru Dl

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

in the presence of an ignition source, a vehicle fire can occur.

Recall Notes

1984 Subaru Dl

Component

Suspension:Rear

Consequence of Defect

continuous exposure to road salt could cause corrosion of rear suspension components, especially the inner arms.

Corrective Action

the corrosion could affect the operation and control of the vehicle.

Recall Notes

rust proof or replace rear suspension, as necessary.

1983 Subaru Dl

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

in the presence of an ignition source, a vehicle fire can occur.

Recall Notes

1983 Subaru Dl

Component

Suspension:Rear

Consequence of Defect

continuous exposure to road salt could cause corrosion of rear suspension components, especially the inner arms.

Corrective Action

the corrosion could affect the operation and control of the vehicle.

Recall Notes

rust proof or replace rear suspension, as necessary.

1982 Subaru Dl

Component

Suspension:Rear

Consequence of Defect

continuous exposure to road salt could cause corrosion of rear suspension components, especially the inner arms.

Corrective Action

the corrosion could affect the operation and control of the vehicle.

Recall Notes

rust proof or replace rear suspension, as necessary.

1981 Subaru Dl

Component

Suspension:Rear

Consequence of Defect

continuous exposure to road salt could cause corrosion of rear suspension components, especially the inner arms.

Corrective Action

the corrosion could affect the operation and control of the vehicle.

Recall Notes

rust proof or replace rear suspension, as necessary.

1980 Subaru Dl

Component

Suspension:Rear

Consequence of Defect

continuous exposure to road salt could cause corrosion of rear suspension components, especially the inner arms.

Corrective Action

the corrosion could affect the operation and control of the vehicle.

Recall Notes

rust proof or replace rear suspension, as necessary.