NHTSA Campaign Id 89V028000; Date: Feb. 28, 1989
This could cause bearing seizure and possible rear wheellockup, which could result in an accident.
1988 Subaru Justy; 1989 Subaru Justy
Component: Power Train:manual Transmission
Manufactured by: Subaru Of America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 15,000
Due to the design of the transmission case dipstick and the fluid level checking method, there may be insufficient lubrication of the 4 wheel drive extension housing bearing.
Install modified dipstick and insert information in owners manual on the correct fluid level checking procedures.
System: transmission fluid. Vehicle description: five speed manual transmission, four wheel drive vehicles.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 31, 1989
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