2010 Subaru Legacy and Subaru Outback recall: column

Subaru Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on June 24, 2010. It covers about 73,698 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 73,698
reported: Jun 24, 2010
owners notified: Jul 7, 2010
related complaints: 53

Steering: column

What is wrong: Subaru is recalling certain model year 2010 outback and legacy passenger vehicles manufactured from february 16, 2009 through april 12, 2010. The wiring in the steering column electrical roll connector located behind the vehicle's steering wheel may develop stress cracks and eventually break. If this were to happen certain electrical components may not operate as intended.
Risk: Possible circuits affected are the driver's frontal airbag, paddle shifter function, cruise control, horn control and radio functions increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will check lot number of the steering roll connector. The roll connector will be replaced with a new one if the lot number showed any affected range of the failure occurrence. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on july 7, 2010. Owners may contact subaru at 1‑800‑782‑2783.

Recall number 10V283000

Affected vehicles

Subaru Legacy 2010 2010
Subaru Outback 2010 2010

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 53 complaints about steering problems.

2010 Subaru Legacy 2010 Subaru Outback

Questions about recall 10V283000

Is there a recall on the 2010 Subaru Legacy and Subaru Outback column?

Yes. Recall 10V283000, reported on June 24, 2010, covers about 73,698 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 10V283000?

Dealers will check lot number of the steering roll connector. The roll connector will be replaced with a new one if the lot number showed any affected range of the failure occurrence. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on july 7, 2010. Owners may contact subaru at 1‑800‑782‑2783.

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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