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Subaru - Front lower control arm transverse link
Official notice
6 Sept 2011
Last checked
6 Sept 2011
An official NHTSA notice concerns Subaru - Front lower control arm transverse link. A broken control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Published 2011-09-06.
What to do now
Subaru will handle their vehicles and saab will handle theirs. Dealers will inspect the degree of corrosion of the front lower control arms, and will either rustproof or replace them. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during december 2011. Owners may contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783. Owners may contact saab at 1-800-955-9007.
Units affected
318,215
Recall number
WVX-34
Official notice
2011-09-06
The hazard
The hazard
A broken control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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Brand: Subaru. Contact: Subaru of America, Inc..
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