Subaru/seat rails
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with manually-adjustable (non-powered) seats. certain inner front slide rail latch mechanisms may have been improperly welded.
Safety Consequence
If an inner slide rail latch mechanism breaks due to improper welding, forward and rearward seat adjustment will no longer be possible. in the event of a crash, the slide rails could break, exposing the occupant to a risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace one or both front seat inner slide rails. owner notification began march 30, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Subaru Of America, Inc. or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 01V034000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 01V034000?
NHTSA recall 01V034000 was issued by Subaru Of America, Inc. on February 7, 2001. It addresses: Subaru/seat rails. The recall affects approximately 3,627 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Subaru Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 01V034000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.