CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING:COLUMN
- Problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Legacy and Outback vehicles manufactured February 29, 2016, to May 6, 2016. The steering column on the affected vehicles may have been improperly machined, and as a result, turning the steering wheel may have no effect on the direction of the wheels.
- Risk
- The loss of steering ability would increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lot number on the steering column, replacing the steering column, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783 or by visiting http://www.wtd65.service-campaign.com. Subaru's number for this recall is WTD-65. Note: Until the vehicles have been inspected, owners are advised not to drive their vehicles.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
The steering column on certain vehicles may have been improperly machined. If this happens, turning the steering wheel may have no effect on the direction of the wheels.
Losing steering ability greatly increases the risk of a crash. Owners are advised not to drive the vehicle until it has been inspected. Dealers will check the steering column lot number and replace the steering column if needed, at no cost to you. Check your VIN for open recalls, and contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783 or visit http://www.wtd65.service-campaign.com for more information.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Subaru Legacy | 20162017 |
|---|---|
| Subaru Outback | 201520162017 |