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Tribeca Chassis Vibration

39 messages,  Last post on Dec 28, 2009 at 11:44 AM

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#30 of 39 Re: My vibrating 2007 Tribeca [jeoster] by vle3

Mar 18, 2009 (5:41 pm)

Replying to: jeoster (Mar 18, 2009 10:38 am)
It seems to have worked. Neither my husband nor I have experienced the vibration/shuddering since the replacements. Typically, we would experience them several times a day. We feel like the problem has been corrected. Let me know if we can help further.

#31 of 39 Re: My vibrating 2007 Tribeca [vle3] by morey000

Apr 03, 2009 (9:45 am)

Replying to: vle3 (Mar 18, 2009 5:41 pm)
About what speeds did the vibration occur? And, was it speed sensitive?
 
Do you know if there is a TSB out on this problem?
 
My vibration is still there, and it is subtle. So, it's not too bothersome, but I do notice it from time to time.
 
I've also noticed that when the vehicle is cold (not real cold, but within a few minutes of starting in the morning 30-60 degreesF), I get hesitations. No check engine light though.

#32 of 39 Re: My vibrating 2007 Tribeca [vle3] by thecafe

Apr 06, 2009 (7:42 am)

Replying to: vle3 (Mar 18, 2009 5:41 pm)
Thanks for the info. I have contacted my dealer and am waiting to hear back from them. I also get the hesitation mentioned in one of the other posts.

#33 of 39 Re: My vibrating 2007 Tribeca [thecafe] by jeoster

Jul 09, 2009 (12:05 pm)

Replying to: thecafe (Apr 06, 2009 7:42 am)
Just to provide an update... I was experiencing the vibration on my 2008 Tribecca. I complained to Subaru and was contacted by a Sales Manager. She arranged for the torque converter to be replaced (no charge). It seems to have done the trick.

#34 of 39 Re: My vibrating 2007 Tribeca [jeoster] by ateixeira

Jul 29, 2009 (8:55 am)

Replying to: jeoster (Jul 09, 2009 12:05 pm)
Glad to hear they helped you out. Odd fix, but hey, it worked!

#35 of 39 Vibrating 2008 by pa_tribeca

Aug 24, 2009 (8:26 am)

I recently had the same problem with my 2008 Tribeca. The dealer replaced the torque converter, O-ring and sensor last week under warranty. So far no vibration. Thanks to all that posted their experience with this issue.

#36 of 39 Tribeca Vibration by jeffrey1958

Dec 10, 2009 (5:44 pm)

I am in Australia and have recently aquired a Tribeca. The problems that are expressed in your forum is also in the vehicle out here. The first vehicle I had shuddered, felt like it was missing when on highway driving and I complained that much Subaru gave me a new vehicle after they replaced the torque converter and a number of times doing upgrades to the computer. Well the same is happening with this new vehicle. It has only 8k on it and it is a dog. I have complained again to Subaru Australia and they do not want to know about it. I am now looking at trading in the vehicle foe a new Liberty its that bad. I would never endorse this make of subaru to anyone. They are an absolute joke of a car. Total waist of money.

#37 of 39 Re: My vibrating 2007 Tribeca [vle3] by vle3

Dec 10, 2009 (7:33 pm)

Replying to: vle3 (Mar 18, 2009 5:41 pm)
Just an update. It is now December of 2009 and we are still "shudder free" since the fixes noted in my earlier post. We love our Subaru!

#38 of 39 Re: My vibrating 2007 Tribeca [vle3] by sept2martin

Dec 28, 2009 (11:44 am)

Replying to: vle3 (Dec 10, 2009 7:33 pm)
Well, My Subaru dealer are as frustrated as I am.
I have had three torque converters, numerous other parts and software upgrades.
Also more recently "anti-knock sensors". The dealer phoned me that the car is still doing the same thing. Subaru Canada seems to be grasping at straws and based on the entries in this forum, I would have to think that they are about to have a major request for recall of this vehicle.
I am going to ask them to take it back.......This is now 30,000km and over 1 1/2 years of this CONSTANT problem. Enough is enough!
I just feel badly for the service people, who have tried everything and have been as helpful as they can.
Good luck to you all!

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