Recall 16V292000 — STEERING:COLUMN Defect in 2015-2017 SUBARU OUTBACK

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RECALL This recall affects up to 48,819 vehicles.

Recall Summary

NHTSA Campaign 16V292000
Manufacturer Subaru of America, Inc.
Vehicles Affected 48,819
Component STEERING:COLUMN
Date Notified
Affected Vehicles

Defect Description

Subaru of America, Inc. (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.

Safety Consequence

The loss of steering ability would increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

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