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2015-2017 Subaru Legacy and Subaru Outback recall: column

Subaru Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on May 11, 2016. It covers about 48,819 vehicles.

vehicles affected
48,819
reported
May 11, 2016
owners notified
May 13, 2016
related complaints
86

Steering: column

What is wrong
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.
Risk
The loss of steering ability would increase the risk of a crash.
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.

Recall number 16V292000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 86 complaints about steering problems.

2016 Subaru Legacy2017 Subaru Legacy2015 Subaru Outback2016 Subaru Outback2017 Subaru Outback

Questions about recall 16V292000

Is there a recall on the 2015-2017 Subaru Legacy and Subaru Outback column?

Yes. Recall 16V292000, reported on May 11, 2016, covers about 48,819 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V292000?

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.

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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