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1996-1997 Subaru Legacy and Subaru Outback recall: hanger,bracket

Subaru Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on May 4, 1998. It covers about 29,442 vehicles.

vehicles affected
29,442
reported
May 4, 1998
owners notified
Jun 29, 1998
related complaints
25

Suspension: front: springs: leaf spring assembly: hanger,bracket

What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger station wagon, sedan and sport utility vehicles. Due to improper welding, fractures can occur on the support bracket of the front transverse link.
Risk
Such fractures can result in partial or complete separation of the bracket causing a failure of the lower suspension mounting, leading to a loss of vehicle control.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace if necessary the front suspension support brackets.

Recall number 98V091000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 25 complaints about suspension problems.

1996 Subaru Legacy1997 Subaru Legacy1996 Subaru Outback1997 Subaru Outback

Questions about recall 98V091000

Is there a recall on the 1996-1997 Subaru Legacy and Subaru Outback hanger,bracket?

Yes. Recall 98V091000, reported on May 4, 1998, covers about 29,442 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 98V091000?

Dealers will inspect and replace if necessary the front suspension support brackets.

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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