Component
STEERING
Manufacturer
Subaru of America, Inc.
What Happened
Subaru is recalling certain 2013 Outback and Legacy vehicles due to a potential issue with the steering column assembly.
Risk if Unfixed
If this isn't fixed, you could lose control of your vehicle, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Subaru will replace the steering column assembly free of charge, and you'll be notified when it's time to bring your vehicle in.
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Original — What Happened
Subaru is recalling certain model year 2013 Outback and Legacy vehicles manufactured from February 15, 2012, through June 15, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the inner and outer shafts of the steering column assembly may become disengaged from one another.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the shafts become disengaged, the driver would lose the ability to steer the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering column assembly with a new one, free of charge. The recall began on May 14, 2013. Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's recall campaign number is WQI-45.
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