NHTSA Recall 83V026000: Fuses and circuit breakers (electrical system)
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 230,041 vehicles. It affects 1980–1981 Subaru Subaru.
| NHTSA campaign | 83V026000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING › FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS |
| Report received | March 3, 1983 |
| Owner notification | April 25, 1983 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
The defect involves the 25 amp headlight fuse holder. There may be excessive electrical resistance caused by the looseness of the rivet holding the fuse holder to the terminal plate. Excess resistance may cause the soldered end of the fuse to melt. An open circuit could occur and the headlights would not operate.
Safety risk
Not provided.
Remedy
Dealer will replace the headlight fuse holder with an inline fuel harness kit.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: lighting and communications; headlamp fuse holder.consequences of defect: headlights may suddenly go out. If the light failurewere to occur at night while vehicle is in motion, a vehicle crash couldpossibly result.
Vehicles covered by recall 83V026000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.