peterapps Posted August 13, 2017 Share Posted August 13, 2017 Had problems with system dynamics message followed by non starting but this time it won't run even after the local garage cleared the fault. Started with me not checking the oil which was low and very black after only a couple of thou miles. Only managed a few hundred yards before it cut out and wouldn't run again. Starts but won't run for more than a few moments and rattles like hell. Is this wiring loom issue? 12 plate diesel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tidgy Posted August 14, 2017 Share Posted August 14, 2017 Sounds like it may have droped the crank :( was the oil level still on the dipstick? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peterapps Posted August 14, 2017 Author Share Posted August 14, 2017 Yes, still oil on the dip stick. A good 6mm at least. Had hoped all the start up warning checks would warn me first and didn't expect it to have used so much oil in the 6 months since service. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tidgy Posted August 14, 2017 Share Posted August 14, 2017 wont have been low enough to be an issue if it was still on the dipstick, not even 1L between low and high on it iirc. Sounds like you need to get it back to the garage to diagnose it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peterapps Posted August 15, 2017 Author Share Posted August 15, 2017 Local garage diagnostics not good enough so it's going to one a bit further away with more sophisticated software. Sadly Subaru can't/won't help unless I get it up there but they are also booked up. Nearest Subaru dealer is 60 miles away so I hope the more local specialist can help. Thanks for the input. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tidgy Posted August 15, 2017 Share Posted August 15, 2017 not sure what specialists are up your way unfortunately, hopefully someone else can help Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcothio Posted August 18, 2017 Share Posted August 18, 2017 Ouch... how many miles did your XV have? No idea what's wrong, sorry... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peterapps Posted August 31, 2017 Author Share Posted August 31, 2017 68k miles. Still haven't got it back but suggested broken wire in the loom behind the engine where the loom runs around a bracket of some sort. Have heard of recalls in Australia and elsewhere for chaffing of the loom near the steering column but not this. Any ideas? Still waiting to hear if that has cured it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scoobyghost Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 I'm sure xv were also recalled in the UK for that cable issue.@Dogconker may know more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dogconker Posted September 1, 2017 Share Posted September 1, 2017 There was a recall for all XVs before the 2014 model, there was talk of wires rubbing on the steering column. You should have been notified at one of your services because it's been known for a while now. the steering column one is apparently quite deep into the dash rather than just under the knees as you might think. It's a good hour to install the foam inserts they secure to prevent the chafing as my wife had hers done. you shouldn't have wiring loom failures after 68k, I assume it's still in warranty? not heard of any other recalls. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peterapps Posted September 2, 2017 Author Share Posted September 2, 2017 Was never notified by Subaru of any issues. Fault now rectified by independent garage as being P2150 Fuel Injector Group B Supply Voltage Circuit Low Current Fault. Was eventually found to be a break in the wire 'rubbed through to earth' in the main harness behind the engine. Is this the same issue and should I be in touch with Subaru UK? They have been sending stuff through about new vehicles ever since I bought the car over two years ago! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dogconker Posted September 2, 2017 Share Posted September 2, 2017 I'd get in touch with Subaru, under the new Consumer Rights Act you have a warranty of up to 6 years on non-consumable components of a car as I understand. clearly this is a fault that has caused this so you could still get this repaired under the consumer rights act, even if your warranty has expired. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peterapps Posted November 3, 2017 Author Share Posted November 3, 2017 WARNING: Please be aware that this may be an issue with other XV's of the same age (12 plate). The wiring loom had chaffed through where it went over a bracket at the back of the engine, interrupting the fuel injector circuit and causing a major malfunction. This is not covered by any Subaru warranty or noted elsewhere as a recall issue so I had to pay for it myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dogconker Posted November 9, 2017 Share Posted November 9, 2017 On 03/11/2017 at 1:51 PM, peterapps said: WARNING: Please be aware that this may be an issue with other XV's of the same age (12 plate). The wiring loom had chaffed through where it went over a bracket at the back of the engine, interrupting the fuel injector circuit and causing a major malfunction. This is not covered by any Subaru warranty or noted elsewhere as a recall issue so I had to pay for it myself. How much did you get stung for? And if it’s only 2012 then it would still be under warranot, not their warranty but you get a 6 year warranty 1 year plus 5 on things that are non consumables. Especially if it’s a defect by design. The consumer rights act has changed such that you now have a 6 year warranty on something that is expected to last. Like a car, I’d get in touch with citizens advice and challenge that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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