Component
STEERING:COLUMN
Manufacturer
Subaru of America, Inc.
What Happened
The knee guard in your steering column helps keep your lower body safe in a crash. In some 2017 Legacy and Outback models made between September 21st and 23rd, 2016, this guard might not be attached properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the knee guard isn't secure, and you're not wearing a seatbelt, you could be at risk of injury in a crash. The guard might not keep you in place, increasing the chance of harm.
Free Fix
Your Subaru dealer will check the knee guard attachment on your steering beam, and replace the beam if it's not secure – all at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair when you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — Remedy
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.
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