Subaru issue turbo STOP SALE on certain 08-09 models - Page 19

midnit · 04-07-2008, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by paikman

Just got this e-mail from my sales guy :
"Your car is not affected by the stop sale notice. I ran a VIN history search on Subarunet for your vehicle and there is no open service notices for your vehicle. Also, your production date was earlier than the vehicles that have the stop sale notice.
"

Very nice Jon, congrats!

***solovus*** · 04-07-2008, 09:37 AM

could someone post a video with what this noise sounds like...I hear a distinct noise when I am at 3k - 4k rpm in 2nd/3rd (any higher and road noise is too loud too hear the sound from engine). my car was made in 11/2007 so hopefully I am just being paranoid.

ploney · 04-07-2008, 09:39 AM

Has anyone logged into my.subaru.com that is within the vin range to see if there is a notice there??

I tried this, and with my mfg. date of 11/07, nothing showed up.

Vampyre · 04-07-2008, 09:47 AM

I called a local delear and asked about this. He said he has not heard anything but would look into it and call me back. Been about an hour since i called. No call back yet

SirMattieP · 04-07-2008, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Vampyre

I called a local delear and asked about this. He said he has not heard anything but would look into it and call me back. Been about an hour since i called. No call back yet

WHy we already know its reall and everything thats been updated is in this forum... no need.

HRCboy · 04-07-2008, 09:52 AM

I'm glad I got one of the first STIs.

production date 11/07.

I have about 4000kms on my Stg 2 and no issues at all except for brake noises. I think there is dust build up and needs to be braked hard once in awhile. Time for some slotted or cross drilled rotors.

Interested to see how things play out will this stop sale. I give props to Subaru for being proactive. They could of sat on their arse and let it play out.

Vampyre · 04-07-2008, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by SirMattieP

WHy we already know its reall and everything thats been updated is in this forum... no need.

Good thing Ive been thinking of holding out for the 09 model's unless i got a deal i could not pass up on a 08.

mofoSTI · 04-07-2008, 10:01 AM

Im glad mine is early too (11-07), but hope they dont recall all of them.

Vampyre · 04-07-2008, 10:10 AM

Was thinking. Doesent this mean that no subaru delear can sell a car with a 2.5l turbo thats on there lot and is in the date range till this gets resolved?

This could really hurt them. They are going to have to repair all these brand new cars. And how long would it take to get new car stock with out this problem?

HRCboy · 04-07-2008, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by mofoSTI

Im glad mine is early too (11-07), but hope they dont recall all of them.

Honestly I'm not to worried... know that if any thing goes wrong SCI will step up and get it fixed.

That is why we have warranty. With car technology getting more complicated it's expected that there will be a few bugs or errors along the way. Whether we hear about it that's another thing. So I'm glad that Subaru is taking a proactive approach to this.

Still going to drive my car like I stole it.

SirMattieP · 04-07-2008, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Vampyre

Good thing Ive been thinking of holding out for the 09 model's unless i got a deal i could not pass up on a 08.

^^ He makes a good point... Like because of this do you think maybe later the dealers will hook it up with an 08 for cheaper than what everyone else had paid for or no?

bklynpanman · 04-07-2008, 10:23 AM

Everybody should just chill.. this is all SPECULATION just wait it out.. i have one on order and it's on the boat at the moment.. i understand everybody's concern but geez.. Hang tight.. hopefully it's what we all would like.. a simple tune problem and re-flash solution..

inpuressa · 04-07-2008, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by bklynpanman

Everybody should just chill.. this is all SPECULATION just wait it out.. i have one on order and it's on the boat at the moment.. i understand everybody's concern but geez.. Hang tight.. hopefully it's what we all would like.. a simple tune problem and re-flash solution..

Lol mine is about to go on the boat... It was schedueled to come in at the end of the month. Wonder when they fixed the problem at the factory. But if the cause is not clear yet, it's obvious that they can't pull it from the assembly line either. That means all production for the 2.5L turbo engine is at a standstill now. OUCH

But if it is a simple tune, they just need couple days to re-tune and test. SoA should be calling the tuner shops for some advice. Kinda gets me worried though, since the problem is now confirmed for the Legacy and Outback models too.

Joesuby · 04-07-2008, 10:40 AM

I have spoken with the service advisor and sales manager about this and they have no news other than the bulletin. The sales manager believes we will have an answer in the next couple of days. Until then these guys will sit waiting for a new home. (the white sheet of paper in the windshield says DO NOT SELL)

amstel78 · 04-07-2008, 10:49 AM

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Originally Posted by solovus

lol...i just said the word asshat out loud. holy crap it is funny.

This is the funniest reply I've seen in this thread.

On a more serious note, I hope my Scooby brothers get this worked out soon. I know I'd be concerned if I was in your position, and I do genuinely feel for you guys.

04-07-2008, 09:37 AM	#272
*solovus* Lurker Car: STIzzle Fav Mod: Tint Location: Toledo, OH Posts: 1,770 Join Date: Mar 2008 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Subaru issue turbo STOP SALE on certain 08-09 models could someone post a video with what this noise sounds like...I hear a distinct noise when I am at 3k - 4k rpm in 2nd/3rd (any higher and road noise is too loud too hear the sound from engine). my car was made in 11/2007 so hopefully I am just being paranoid.

04-07-2008, 09:39 AM	#273
ploney Senior STI Driver Car: White 08 STI Fav Mod: Volk RE30's and 255-35 Dunlop Z1's Location: Redondo Beach Posts: 316 Join Date: Sep 2006 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Subaru issue turbo STOP SALE on certain 08-09 models Has anyone logged into my.subaru.com that is within the vin range to see if there is a notice there?? I tried this, and with my mfg. date of 11/07, nothing showed up.

04-07-2008, 09:47 AM	#274
Vampyre STI Driver Posts: 258 Join Date: Oct 2004 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Subaru issue turbo STOP SALE on certain 08-09 models I called a local delear and asked about this. He said he has not heard anything but would look into it and call me back. Been about an hour since i called. No call back yet

04-07-2008, 09:52 AM	#276
HRCboy STI Driver Car: 08 STI and 07 R6 Location: Vancouver, Canada Posts: 233 Join Date: Dec 2007 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Subaru issue turbo STOP SALE on certain 08-09 models I'm glad I got one of the first STIs. production date 11/07. I have about 4000kms on my Stg 2 and no issues at all except for brake noises. I think there is dust build up and needs to be braked hard once in awhile. Time for some slotted or cross drilled rotors. Interested to see how things play out will this stop sale. I give props to Subaru for being proactive. They could of sat on their arse and let it play out.

04-07-2008, 10:01 AM	#278
mofoSTI Spec C Club Car: 08 STI,sr20det 510 Fav Mod: boob job for wife Location: springtuckey, OR Posts: 2,442 Join Date: Sep 2004 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Subaru issue turbo STOP SALE on certain 08-09 models Im glad mine is early too (11-07), but hope they dont recall all of them.

04-07-2008, 10:10 AM	#279
Vampyre STI Driver Posts: 258 Join Date: Oct 2004 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Subaru issue turbo STOP SALE on certain 08-09 models Was thinking. Doesent this mean that no subaru delear can sell a car with a 2.5l turbo thats on there lot and is in the date range till this gets resolved? This could really hurt them. They are going to have to repair all these brand new cars. And how long would it take to get new car stock with out this problem?

04-07-2008, 10:23 AM	#282
bklynpanman STI Driver Car: 08 STI WHITE ! ! ! Fav Mod: Coming Soon Location: NJ Posts: 223 Join Date: Dec 2007 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Subaru issue turbo STOP SALE on certain 08-09 models Everybody should just chill.. this is all SPECULATION just wait it out.. i have one on order and it's on the boat at the moment.. i understand everybody's concern but geez.. Hang tight.. hopefully it's what we all would like.. a simple tune problem and re-flash solution..

04-07-2008, 10:40 AM	#284
Joesuby STI Driver Car: AW 08 stg 2 STI Fav Mod: AP,Sways,Magnaflow,Advans Location: NorCal Posts: 259 Join Date: Apr 2008 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Subaru issue turbo STOP SALE on certain 08-09 models I have spoken with the service advisor and sales manager about this and they have no news other than the bulletin. The sales manager believes we will have an answer in the next couple of days. Until then these guys will sit waiting for a new home. (the white sheet of paper in the windshield says DO NOT SELL)