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Subaru - Loss of steering ability
Official notice
11 May 2016
Last checked
11 May 2016
An official NHTSA notice concerns Subaru - Loss of steering ability. The loss of steering ability would increase the risk of a crash. Published 2016-05-11.
What to do now
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.
Units affected
48,819
Recall number
WTD-65
Official notice
2016-05-11
The hazard
The hazard
The loss of steering ability would increase the risk of a crash.
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Brand: Subaru. Contact: Subaru of America, Inc..
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