APDTY 028357 Rear Left Driver Side Intake Variable Valve 🔧 Timing Solenoid VVT for 2005-2012 Subaru B9 Tribeca/Forester/Impreza/Legacy/Outback (Replaces 10921-AA040, 10921AA040) Review

This is NOT an exact copy of the part it is advertised under. The O-ring is definitely the wrong size. Due to the difference in diameter, oil leaks from the O-ring. Return as soon as possible!

This part has lasted less than 2 years I think it is well below the acceptable value as the original OEM unit lasted 9 years. I will look for another supplier of this part unless the seller of this item agrees to support this and send me a free replacement or full refund.

This part broke after less than 1000 miles. The top cylinder is pressed horribly against the magnet body so it leaks right at the pinch where the bolt tongue sticks out and pressurized oil squirts and coats the battery, valve cover and the entire underside of the car in oil. It should also be noted that the Dorman brand failed in a separate vehicle in the same way. Unfortunately, OEM seems to be the only way to use these solenoids. Be wary of other good reviews here as they are most likely…

The VVT solenoid was split in two when I opened the box. I tried to connect the two pieces together but they wouldn't hold up and they came loose. I installed it on a 2007 Subaru Forester 2.5X on the passenger side and when I started the engine nearly 3/4 quart of oil leaked from the VVT solenoid valve before I shut the engine off. I put the old solenoid valve back in and nothing leaked. I don't know if the magnet was defective or if it was damaged in transit. It looks like there isn't enough…