Subaru Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #16V716000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V716000 by Subaru Of America, Inc.. Affecting model year 2017 legacy and outback vehicles manufactured september 21, 2016, to september 23, 2016 Includes 54 affected units, Improperly Aligned Knee Guard Bracket, component: AIR BAGS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2017 legacy and outback vehicles manufactured september 21, 2016, to september 23, 2016

Defect Summary

Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain model year 2017 legacy and outback vehicles manufactured september 21, 2016, to september 23, 2016. in the affected vehicles, the knee guard bracket may not be properly attached to the steering beam assembly.

Corrective Action

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the knee guard welding on each vehicle's steering beam, replacing the beam as necessary, free of charge. The recall began november 14, 2016. owners may contact subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. subaru's number for this recall is wtl-72.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V716000
Manufacturer: Subaru Of America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2016-10-06T00:00:00
Subject: Improperly aligned knee guard bracket
Component: Air Bags
Potentially Affected Units: 54

Details

MFR Campaign Number: WTL-72
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain model year 2017 legacy and outback vehicles manufactured september 21, 2016, to september 23, 2016. in the affected vehicles, the knee guard bracket may not be properly attached to the steering beam assembly.
Consequence Summary: If the knee guard is not properly attached and the driver is not wearing a seatbelt, the knee guard may not be able to properly restrain the driver's lower body in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the knee guard welding on each vehicle's steering beam, replacing the beam as necessary, free of charge. The recall began november 14, 2016. owners may contact subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. subaru's number for this recall is wtl-72.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 100

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NHTSA ID: 16V716000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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