Is there anything wrong with a Subaru Turbo?
There is nothing wrong with Subaru turbochargers. They’re the same ones used on many makes of cars and anytime a turbo fails it’s due to lack of oil, overheating, irregular oil changes, etc, etc. In short<<<, have them find why the turbo is starved for oil and getting killed.
Why did my Subaru engine burn extra oil?
Top Class Actions reports that owners of the defective engines will be reimbursed by Subaru for expenses related to the defect and given a longer warranty. The lawsuit alleged that defective piston rings caused them to burn extra oil, and that Subaru knew of the problem but didn’t disclose it to owners.
What kind of oil test does a Subaru Outback need?
Provide a free oil consumption test and technical service bulletin repairs for owners or leasers of the defective vehicles. According to Torque News, the affected FB engines are the 2.5-liter engines in the 2011-2014 Forester, 2013 Legacy and 2013 Outback and the 2.0-liter engines in the 2012-2013 Impreza and 2013 XV Crosstrek.
When is the Subaru oil burning settlement open?
On Apr. 12, 2016, the Subaru oil burning settlement is now open! Click here to file a Claim Form or visit www.OilConsumption.SettlementClass.com for details. That latter link is Subaru’s own site with all the pertinent information about this lawsuit.
What makes a Subaru Baja Turbo so good?
The Turbo, thanks largely to a variable-valve-timing system that the standard engine lacks, delivers its peak torque (an additional 69 pound-feet) at 400 fewer rpm. The only faux pas in the powertrain’s performance is the automatic transmission that is reluctant to downshift.
How often should I Change my Subaru turbocharger?
I’ve been reading threads on several websites about Subaru turbochargers failing early. I have a 2004 Turbo Forester. It’s been maintained since purchased new at the same dealer with oil changes every 3500 miles or so and all the “big” required/recommended maintenance every 15000 miles.
How many times has my Subaru Forester blown?
I have a Subaru Forester 2004 with a turbo. The turbo has blown three times. First time was around 50k miles, second one at 51k miles and now the third at 54k miles. Have done oil changes every 3k miles with documentation. First time Subaru paid only because we had our oil change docs which is what they immediately blame it on.