3 times my engine has needed a short block replacement. I have brought car in for all scheduled maintenance and have changed the oil every 3500-4000 miles. The first engine problem occurred at 26,250 mi. I noticed a knocking sound and brought to Subaru dealer. Diagnosis: "bearing damage to connecting rod bearing for cylinder 2." short block replaced, under warranty. (see docs) 2nd incident occurred at 51,232 miles. This time there was no warning and I was on an interstate when the engine seized and all power was lost. Towed to a Subaru dealer. No diagnosis was given at that time but short block was again replaced. This time I had to pay for the teardown ($222) but Subaru, after numerous phone calls agreed to do the work as a "good will gesture." (see docs) the 3rd & last malfunction occurred at 58,700 miles, a mere 7,000 miles since the last engine was replaced. Again, I was on the interstate and with a moments notice (reduction in power) the engine seized. It was sheer luck that I was not killed trying to move over 6 lanes with no power or steering to get off the highway. Towed to a Subaru dealer. I do not have any paperwork from this last incident. Subaru said they would pay for entire repair. But before I could make an informed decision, I asked for written documentation of the problem, cause and a detailed repair description. I have not received this information & did not give consent to repair car. Just got a call from the dealer saying car was repaired and ready for pickup. The only information I have regarding this last seizure was from a Subaru of America customer services rep who verbally told me that "the cylinder 4 rod was thrown." The car is currently at the dealer. There is something seriously wrong when a vehicle with only 58000 miles needs 3 engines. I refuse to drive this vehicle again. I will not jeopardize my life and of those around me.

- Cranston, RI, USA

Engine failure due to excessive oil consumption.

- Plymouth, MA, USA