1997 Subaru Legacy and Subaru Outback recall: vehicle speed control
Subaru Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on February 20, 1998. It covers about 61,115 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 61,115
- reported
- Feb 20, 1998
- owners notified
- Apr 27, 1998
- related complaints
- 17
Vehicle speed control
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The throttle shaft ball bearing on the sensor side of the throttle body assembly was not installed in certain throttle bodies.
- Risk
- Operation of a vehicle with a missing throttle shaft bearing can eventuallly lead to an incomplete return of the throttle valve resulting in a high idling condition.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the throttle body and replace the throttle assembly if the bearing is missing.
Recall number 98V035000
Affected vehicles
- Subaru Legacy 1997 1997
- Subaru Outback 1997 1997
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 17 complaints about acceleration problems.
Questions about recall 98V035000
Is there a recall on the 1997 Subaru Legacy and Subaru Outback vehicle speed control?
Yes. Recall 98V035000, reported on February 20, 1998, covers about 61,115 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 98V035000?
Dealers will inspect the throttle body and replace the throttle assembly if the bearing is missing.
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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