2013 Subaru Outback | 2013 Subaru Legacy — Steering: column
Published May 14, 2013 · Recall initiated: May 13, 2013
Summary
NHTSA records recall 13V194000, published May 14, 2013 and initiated May 13, 2013. Recalling firm: Subaru of America, Inc.; 2013 Subaru Outback | 2013 Subaru Legacy — Steering: column.
What's the hazard
Subaru is recalling certain model year 2013 Outback and Legacy vehicles manufactured from February 15, 2012, through June 15, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the inner and outer shafts of the steering column assembly may become disengaged from one another.
What to do
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering column assembly with a new one, free of charge. The recall began on May 14, 2013. Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's recall campaign number is WQI-45.
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Recall details
- Brand
- SUBARU
- Model
- OUTBACK
- Manufacturer
- Subaru of America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2013 SUBARU OUTBACK | 2013 SUBARU LEGACY
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2013 Subaru Outback | 2013 Subaru Legacy — Steering: column recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 13V194000 on May 14, 2013. Reported hazard: Subaru is recalling certain model year 2013 Outback and Legacy vehicles manufactured from February 15, 2012, through June 15, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the inner and outer shafts of the steering column assembly may become disengaged from one another.
What should I do if I have this product?
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering column assembly with a new one, free of charge. The recall began on May 14, 2013. Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's recall campaign number is WQI-45.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: SUBARU. Model: OUTBACK.