Subaru Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #16V292000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V292000 by Subaru Of America, Inc.. Affecting model year 2016-2017 legacy and outback vehicles manufactured february 29, 2016, to may 6, 2016 Includes 48,819 affected units, Loss of Steering Ability, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsmodel year 2016-2017 legacy and outback vehicles manufactured february 29, 2016, to may 6, 2016
Defect Summary
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.
Corrective Action
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.