2019 Subaru Crosstrek and Subaru Forester recall: electric power assist system
Subaru Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on February 6, 2019. It covers about 10,417 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 10,417
- reported
- Feb 6, 2019
- owners notified
- Feb 7, 2019
- related complaints
- 29
Steering: electric power assist system
- What is wrong
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Forester and Crosstrek vehicles. A connector inside the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) unit may short circuit resulting in a loss of electric power steering assistance.
- Risk
- Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- None of the affected vehicles have been sold yet. Subaru has notified dealers and they will inspect the steering gearbox, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1‑844‑373‑6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUC-88.
Recall number 19V065000
Affected vehicles
- Subaru Crosstrek 2019 2019
- Subaru Forester 2019 2019
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 29 complaints about steering problems.
Questions about recall 19V065000
Is there a recall on the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek and Subaru Forester electric power assist system?
Yes. Recall 19V065000, reported on February 6, 2019, covers about 10,417 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 19V065000?
None of the affected vehicles have been sold yet. Subaru has notified dealers and they will inspect the steering gearbox, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1‑844‑373‑6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUC-88.
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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