jamiesong Posted April 7, 2008 Share Posted April 7, 2008 Thanks jamiesong, I see it goes by chassis, so my LGT wagon chassis is aligned with the VINs of Outback wagons in the USA. Interesting. Still, this is bad news for Subaru and bad news for Legacy GT / Outback XT fans! That would be my take on it at least. You might want to forward that to your local dealer just to be certain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AKLGT Posted April 7, 2008 Author Share Posted April 7, 2008 Updated first post to reflect the new TSB. Wiggle wiggle wiggle wiggle wiggle yeah!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeFromPA Posted April 7, 2008 Share Posted April 7, 2008 I'm in the VIN category (mine was built ~March 20th). Gonna be interesting...I bought mine at Farrish Subaru in Virginia; I wonder if I'll get a notification At ~600 miles, it feels fantastic with no funky noises coming from the engine (i've heard a funky noise once or twice coming from the rear when backing up while turning...i.e. pulling out of a parking space....) Maybe they'll replace my engine with a re-tuned one w/ 270 HP and 280 torque that gets 28mpg highway? Hey, it's possible. Joe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeFromPA Posted April 7, 2008 Share Posted April 7, 2008 Small addition, a quote from my Sales guy (A.K. Maloney, a forum supporter): "All literature that we've been provided by SOA so far indicates issues on cars in foreign markets. There apparently has not been a case filed yet in North America." This reminds me of an issue from mid 90's BMWs v8s (they had a 3.0 and 4.4 liter v8 then). The cylinder liners were made of, I believe, Nikasil. Had a problem with our fuel. BMW needed to re-build them all. I wonder if there is a ex-US problem with fuel and these cars. But it sounds like a unique part or manufacturing defect occuring in an existing engine structure....very weird. Joe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zed 2.0 Posted April 7, 2008 Share Posted April 7, 2008 Small addition, a quote from my Sales guy (A.K. Maloney, a forum supporter): "All literature that we've been provided by SOA so far indicates issues on cars in foreign markets. There apparently has not been a case filed yet in North America." This reminds me of an issue from mid 90's BMWs v8s (they had a 3.0 and 4.4 liter v8 then). The cylinder liners were made of, I believe, Nikasil. Had a problem with our fuel. BMW needed to re-build them all. I wonder if there is a ex-US problem with fuel and these cars. But it sounds like a unique part or manufacturing defect occuring in an existing engine structure....very weird. Joe per TDC, they have noticed major knock problems with '08s. Boostjunkie also mentioned that an '08 he worked on knocked hard on the stock map. So take that for what it's worth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gasaraki Posted April 7, 2008 Share Posted April 7, 2008 Wow!!! LGTs too!!! :eek: Let me check my VIN... Wheeew... 218435 I'm ok, for now... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackfang Posted April 7, 2008 Share Posted April 7, 2008 I'm in the VIN category (mine was built ~March 20th). Gonna be interesting...I bought mine at Farrish Subaru in Virginia; I wonder if I'll get a notification Notification of what? So far all SOA has done, is advise the dealers to stop selling such and such vehicle with a build date/vin after said number until they can verify if there is a problem with them, what the concern really is and what the repair is. Until then, they won't be contacting you, unless your dealership wants to. [SIZE=1][URL="http://public.fotki.com/blackfang/"]Pics[/URL] [B]08 KawasakiZZR 600- exhaust and other mods 98 Camaro Z/28 HT- some mods......street/strip car 07 Legacy 2.5i- SPT exhaust...daily driver[/B][/SIZE] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aaronlee0821 Posted April 7, 2008 Share Posted April 7, 2008 i heard this was a hoax...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zed 2.0 Posted April 7, 2008 Share Posted April 7, 2008 i heard this was a hoax...... I wish. Unfortunately one kid on Nasioc calling it a hoax doesn't make it one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AKLGT Posted April 7, 2008 Author Share Posted April 7, 2008 i heard this was a hoax...... if you want to believe it, go ahead, however since I am married to a service advisor at the local Subie dealer and personally confirmed the information on Friday afternoon with the General Manager and Service Manager, I can assure you it is not. But whatever you want to believe, go right on ahead. Wiggle wiggle wiggle wiggle wiggle yeah!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gasaraki Posted April 7, 2008 Share Posted April 7, 2008 i heard this was a hoax...... Yeah, u heard from one guy... good job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AKLGT Posted April 7, 2008 Author Share Posted April 7, 2008 and remember folks, just because your VIN falls under this doesn't mean there will be anything wrong with the car. They are just taking extreme measures to ensure they can get a fix. Plus, for anyone ordering their car now, by the time you get yours, the issue may be resolved and you won't have to worry. Wiggle wiggle wiggle wiggle wiggle yeah!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLegacy99 Posted April 7, 2008 Share Posted April 7, 2008 Mine (purchased 6/04/07) is 20XXXX. But still, this is huge screw-up. Subaru dealers can't sell a single turbo model right now. Its a secret scan to sell more 3.0Rs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AKLGT Posted April 7, 2008 Author Share Posted April 7, 2008 and 2.5i's! Wiggle wiggle wiggle wiggle wiggle yeah!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackfang Posted April 7, 2008 Share Posted April 7, 2008 i heard this was a hoax...... I heard Elvis was alive and i was rich and never have to work again. It is not a hoax. I too work for a dealer as a service advisor and can tell you it is not a hoax unless some of the IWSTI/Nasioc kiddies want to make it out to be one:lol: [SIZE=1][URL="http://public.fotki.com/blackfang/"]Pics[/URL] [B]08 KawasakiZZR 600- exhaust and other mods 98 Camaro Z/28 HT- some mods......street/strip car 07 Legacy 2.5i- SPT exhaust...daily driver[/B][/SIZE] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aaronlee0821 Posted April 7, 2008 Share Posted April 7, 2008 eh. typical nasioc rumors. last time i ever actual believe them douchebags. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackfang Posted April 7, 2008 Share Posted April 7, 2008 They still have people wanting a quoted source. [SIZE=1][URL="http://public.fotki.com/blackfang/"]Pics[/URL] [B]08 KawasakiZZR 600- exhaust and other mods 98 Camaro Z/28 HT- some mods......street/strip car 07 Legacy 2.5i- SPT exhaust...daily driver[/B][/SIZE] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BDII Posted April 7, 2008 Share Posted April 7, 2008 What's going on in here guys? Need forum help? Private Message legGTLT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gimme_cat Posted April 7, 2008 Share Posted April 7, 2008 Yeah, u heard from one guy... good job. http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showpost.php?p=21805120&postcount=128 Don't shoot the messenger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackfang Posted April 7, 2008 Share Posted April 7, 2008 That is the second so called bulletin which never existed and originated from IWSTI which isn't surprising. [SIZE=1][URL="http://public.fotki.com/blackfang/"]Pics[/URL] [B]08 KawasakiZZR 600- exhaust and other mods 98 Camaro Z/28 HT- some mods......street/strip car 07 Legacy 2.5i- SPT exhaust...daily driver[/B][/SIZE] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ma_USMC Posted April 7, 2008 Share Posted April 7, 2008 http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showpost.php?p=21805120&postcount=128 Don't shoot the messenger. The time stamp on that message is yesterday and changes have been made and confirmed. HMM just curious because dphoenix who works at one of our local subie dealerships as a Sales Manager d/n seem to share that opinion as of his last posting. http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show...&postcount=188 It seems it's not a matter of "hoax/ no hoax" anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bbc84 Posted April 7, 2008 Share Posted April 7, 2008 blah, that ticking im hearing from my 08' LGT better just be an exhaust leak and not this Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bbc84 Posted April 8, 2008 Share Posted April 8, 2008 BTW if it doesnt affect US cars, who else has the 2.5 Turbo engines? Japan market and I think majority of asia only gets the 2.0 Turbo engines. I thought only North American got the 2.5L right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rouar Posted April 8, 2008 Share Posted April 8, 2008 Let me check my VIN... Wheeew... 218435 I'm ok, for now... 219172 here .. they had better not move that number down .. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aczwild Posted April 8, 2008 Share Posted April 8, 2008 You know I'm hoping this broadens and encompasses the '07 stutter issue, this shit is getting ridiculous JDM'd All to hell Thanks Jimmy @ Hkc-Speed.com! RIP Coxx & Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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