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2001 Subaru Legacy recall: linkages

Subaru Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on November 21, 2000. It covers about 1,977 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,977
reported
Nov 21, 2000
owners notified
Jan 26, 2001
related complaints
1

Steering: linkages

What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A casting flaw in the right front bearing housing could result in loss of steering if the casting flaw should exist in the tie-rod arm.
Risk
This casting flaw could cause grease leakage, front wheel bearing failure due to loss of grease, or loss of steering due to tie-rod end separation.
Remedy
Dealers will replace all front bearing housings with a lot number of of15.

Recall number 00V391000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about steering problems.

2001 Subaru Legacy

Questions about recall 00V391000

Is there a recall on the 2001 Subaru Legacy linkages?

Yes. Recall 00V391000, reported on November 21, 2000, covers about 1,977 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 00V391000?

Dealers will replace all front bearing housings with a lot number of of15.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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