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Subaru - Loss of electric power steering assist
Official notice
6 Feb 2019
Last checked
6 Feb 2019
An official NHTSA notice concerns Subaru - Loss of electric power steering assist. Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash. Published 2019-02-06.
What to do now
None of the affected vehicles have been sold yet. Subaru has notified dealers and they will inspect the steering gearbox, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began february 7, 2019. Owners may contact subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is wuc-88.
Units affected
10,417
Recall number
WUC-88
Official notice
2019-02-06
The hazard
The hazard
Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.
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Brand: Subaru. Contact: Subaru of America, Inc..
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