NHTSA Complaint #11500911 — 2018 SUBARU OUTBACK

STEERING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11500911
Vehicle	2018 SUBARU OUTBACK
Component	STEERING
Date of Incident	January 2, 2023
Date Filed	January 9, 2023
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	AZ

Consumer Description

Began hearing a clunking/rattling noise in the front end of the car. We took it to the dealer for routine maintenance and asked them to look into it. Front Steering rack was found to have excessive play. Entire steering rack was replaced. No warning lamps or messages involved. Safety was put at risk by possible loss of control of vehicle if steering rack completely failed.

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