Component
STEERING:COLUMN
Manufacturer
Subaru of America, Inc.
What Happened
The steering column in your Legacy or Outback is the part that connects your steering wheel to the front wheels. In some 2016-2017 models, it might have been made incorrectly, which means turning the wheel won't affect the direction of your vehicle.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you'll lose control over your vehicle's direction, which could cause a crash, especially if you're driving at high speeds.
Free Fix
Your Subaru dealer will inspect the steering column and replace it if necessary, free of charge. They will contact you with a specific schedule for the repair. Until then, please do not drive your vehicle.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
The loss of steering ability would increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
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.
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