Subaru is recalling certain model year 2013 Outback and Legacy vehicles manufactured from February 15
— Recall Campaign #13V194000
Subaru is recalling certain model year 2013 Outback and Legacy vehicles manufactured from February 15, 2012, through June 15, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the inner and outer shafts of the steering column assembly may become disengaged from one another.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 5,379 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
13V194000
| Manufacturer: | Subaru of America, Inc. |
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| Recall date: | May 13, 2013 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 13V194000 |
| Units affected: | 5,379 |
- Description:
- Subaru is recalling certain model year 2013 Outback and Legacy vehicles manufactured from February 15, 2012, through June 15, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the inner and outer shafts of the steering column assembly may become disengaged from one another.
- Consequeces:
- If the shafts become disengaged, the driver would lose the ability to steer the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering column assembly with a new one, free of charge. The recall began on May 14, 2013. Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's recall campaign number is WQI-45.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.