Subaru of America (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Legacy and Outback vehicles manufactured February 29, 2016, to May 6, 2016. The steering column on the affected vehicles may have been improperly machined, and as a result, turning the steering wheel may have no effect on the direction of the wheels.
Subaru of America – Loss of Steering Ability
| Report Received Date | 05/11/2016 |
| NHTSA ID | 16V292000 |
| Consequence Summary | The loss of steering ability would increase the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lot number on the steering column, replacing the steering column, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783 or by visiting http://www.wtd65.service-campaign.com. Subaru's number for this recall is WTD-65. Note: Until the vehicles have been inspected, owners are advised not to drive their vehicles. |
| Recall Code | WTD-65 |
| Potentially Affected | 48819 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | Yes |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=16V292000) |
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