Recall 00V-391: 2001 Subaru Legacy

SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Nov 21, 2000, covering about 1,977 vehicles.

NHTSA number
00V-391
Report date
Nov 21, 2000
Vehicles affected
1,977
Owners notified
Jan 26, 2001

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A casting flaw in the right front bearing housing could result in loss of steering if the casting flaw should exist in the tie-rod arm.

The risk

This casting flaw could cause grease leakage, front wheel bearing failure due to loss of grease, or loss of steering due to tie-rod end separation.

The fix

Dealers will replace all front bearing housings with a lot number of of15.

Notes

Owner notification began january 26, 2001.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerSUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
ComponentSteering › Linkages
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number00V391000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Subaru Legacy2001All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 00V-391?

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A casting flaw in the right front bearing housing could result in loss of steering if the casting flaw should exist in the tie-rod arm.

How is recall 00V-391 fixed?

Dealers will replace all front bearing housings with a lot number of of15.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.