1988 Subaru Justy GL 4WD
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- Photo: Subhatsu. (7620602338) by Riley from Christchurch, New Zealand, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Subaru J10 SLX by Bene Riobó, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1990 Subaru Justy 1.0 GL by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1991 Subaru Justy ECVT 4WD (20065261489) by Riley from Christchurch, New Zealand, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Subaru Justy interior (5104134222) by dave_7 from Lethbridge, Canada, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1988 Subaru Justy GL 4WD is a 1.2-liter inline-3 with a 5-speed manual. It starts at $7,316 MSRP.
EPA fuel-economy estimates are 26 mpg city and 32 mpg highway.
The Justy measures 145.5 inches long on a 90.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 1,950 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $7,316 ($20,099 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Gas I3 |
| Displacement | 1.2 L |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Four Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual |
| 1st Gear | 3.071 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.695 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.137 |
| 4th Gear | 0.771 |
| 5th Gear | 0.631 |
| Reverse | 3.461 |
| Final Drive | 5.2 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 26 MPG |
| Highway | 32 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Unleaded |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 145.5 in |
| Width | 60.4 in |
| Height | 53.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 90 in |
| Curb Weight | 1,950 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1988 Subaru Justy GL 4WD with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1988 Subaru JUSTY. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
May 24, 1995 · SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.
Consequence: THE SAFETY BELTS WOULD NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO AN OCCUPANT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PROPERLY BY INSERTING EACH LATCH PLATE INTO ITS BUCKLE, TUGGING ON THE BELT TO MAKE SURE THE LATCH IS SECURELY LOCKED, AND THEN PRESSING THE RELEASE BUTTON. THE LATCH PLATE SHOULD POP OUT OF THE BUCKLE WHEN THE BUTTON IS PRESSED. IF EITHER RELEASE BUTTON SHOWS A SIGN OF BREAKING OR CRACKING OR IF EITHER BUCKLE FAILS TO OPERATE PROPERLY, OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CONTACT THEIR AUTHORIZED DEALER TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THE BUCKLE REPLACED OR REPAIRED, FREE OF CHARGE. THE MANUFACTURER IS DEVELOPING A REMEDY DESIGNED TO PREVENT FAILURE OF THE BUTTONS THAT ARE NOT CURRENTLY BROKEN.
NHTSA campaign 95V103006
Feb 28, 1989 · POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
DUE TO THE DESIGN OF THE TRANSMISSION CASE DIPSTICK AND THE FLUID LEVEL CHECKING METHOD, THERE MAY BE INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION OF THE 4 WHEEL DRIVE EXTENSION HOUSING BEARING.
Consequence: THIS COULD CAUSE BEARING SEIZURE AND POSSIBLE REAR WHEELLOCKUP, WHICH COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy: INSTALL MODIFIED DIPSTICK AND INSERT INFORMATION IN OWNERS MANUAL ON THE CORRECT FLUID LEVEL CHECKING PROCEDURES.
NHTSA campaign 89V028000
Apr 5, 1988 · SEAT BELTS
OMISSION OF INFORMATION SPECIFIED BY FMVSS 210 FROM OWNER MANUAL.
Consequence: FAILS TO MEET REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 210 REGARDING CHILDRESTRAINT SYSTEMS.
Remedy: ADHESIVE BACKED INSERTS WILL BE FURNISHED WITH THE CORRECT INFORMATION.
NHTSA campaign 88V052000
Mar 9, 1988 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
INSUFFICIENT CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE RELOCATED ALTERNATOR WIRING AND THE SOLENOID HOSE ALTERNATOR WIRING STAY BRACKET CAN CAUSE WIRE CHAFFING AND AN ELECTRICAL SHORT.
Consequence: AN ELECTRICAL SHORT COULD RESULT IN SMOKE AND POSSIBLYAN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
Remedy: MODIFY BY REMOVING THE SOLENOID HOSE/ALTERNATOR STAY BRACKET.
NHTSA campaign 88V029000
4 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1988 Subaru JUSTY
Owner Complaints
4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1988 Subaru JUSTY. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Fuel System | 1 |
| Gasoline | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1988 SUBARU JUSTY. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.