Subaru SVX years to avoid
The Subaru SVX years to avoid are 1992, 1994 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation. The 1997 is the cleanest year on record.
373
Total complaints
0
Recall campaigns
1990–1997
Years covered
2
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
SVX years to avoid
| Year | Why | Complaints | vs avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | High complaint rate | 303 | |
| 1994 | High complaint rate | 33 |
Every SVX year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 2 | 0 | |
| 1996 | 3 | 0 | |
| 1995 | 25 | 0 | |
| 1994avoid | 33 | 0 | |
| 1993 | 4 | 0 | |
| 1992avoid | 303 | 0 | |
| 1990 | 3 | 0 |
Common questions
What are the worst Subaru SVX years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the SVX years to avoid are 1992, 1994. The cleanest year on record is 1997.
What is the best year for the Subaru SVX?
By complaint volume, 1997 has the cleanest NHTSA record among SVX years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Subaru SVX have?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the SVX.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.