2017 Subaru Outback recall: caliper
Subaru Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on August 3, 2016. It covers about 99 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 99
- reported
- Aug 3, 2016
- owners notified
- Aug 8, 2016
- related complaints
- 25
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: caliper
- What is wrong
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2017 Outback vehicles manufactured June 20, 2016, to June 23, 2016. The affected vehicles may have improperly tightened attaching bolts for the front left and right brake calipers, wheel hubs, and the right stabilizer clamp.
- Risk
- If any of the front brake caliper, wheel hub or stabilizer clamp attaching bolts loosen or detach, the related components would also become loose and may detach possibly making the vehicle unstable and reducing the braking capability. These conditions would increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Subaru has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the bolts for proper torque, and replace any loose bolts, free of charge. The recall began on August 8, 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1‑800‑782‑2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTE-66.
Recall number 16V576000
Affected vehicles
- Subaru Outback 2017 2017
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 25 complaints about brakes problems.
Questions about recall 16V576000
Is there a recall on the 2017 Subaru Outback caliper?
Yes. Recall 16V576000, reported on August 3, 2016, covers about 99 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 16V576000?
Subaru has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the bolts for proper torque, and replace any loose bolts, free of charge. The recall began on August 8, 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1‑800‑782‑2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTE-66.
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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