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1998-1999 Subaru Forester and Subaru Legacy recall: master cylinder

Subaru Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on March 3, 1999. It covers about 221,987 vehicles.

vehicles affected
221,987
reported
Mar 3, 1999
owners notified
Jun 7, 1999
related complaints
60

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinder

What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger and sport utility vehicles equipped with anti-lock braking system (ABS). (the 1999 2.2 liter legacy vehicles are excluded). In extremely cold weather, the brake pedal goes to the floor and the vehicle stopping distance is increased.
Risk
This condition causes the vehicle stopping distance to be increased, possibly resulting in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder.

Recall number 99V040000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 60 complaints about brakes problems.

1998 Subaru Forester1999 Subaru Forester1998 Subaru Legacy1999 Subaru Legacy

Questions about recall 99V040000

Is there a recall on the 1998-1999 Subaru Forester and Subaru Legacy master cylinder?

Yes. Recall 99V040000, reported on March 3, 1999, covers about 221,987 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 99V040000?

Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder.

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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