Subaru 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.
The short version
Subaru of America, Inc. reported a problem with the steering column. Here is what owners need to know.
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.
The loss of steering ability would increase the risk of a crash.
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lot number on the steering column, replacing the steering column, as necessary, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 16V-292.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2016–2017 | Subaru Legacy |
| 2015–2017 | Subaru Outback |
What changed
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- Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST
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