NHTSA Recall 90V184000: Latch (latches/locks/linkages)

SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on October 16, 1990, covering an estimated 103,744 vehicles. It affects 1990–1991 Subaru Legacy.

103,744

vehicles potentially affected

model affected

1990

owners notified (December 5)

NHTSA campaign	90V184000
Component	LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES › DOORS › LATCH
Report received	October 16, 1990
Owner notification	December 5, 1990
Initiated by	Manufacturer

Defect

Torque of latch screws on front doors may loosen over time due to a gap between the latch base plate and inner door panel under the screw head.

Safety risk

The affected door may not be opened from inside,preventing exit from that door.

Remedy

Replace front door latch screws with "lock-tight" screws.

Notes

System: front door latch screws.vehicle description: four door sedans and station wagons.

Vehicles covered by recall 90V184000

Make and model	Model years
Subaru Legacy	1990, 1991

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.