Recall
Subaru Outback — 13V194000
NHTSA ID
13V194000
Make
Subaru
Model
Outback
Years Affected
2013
Recall Date
2013-05-13
Component
STEERING:COLUMN
Units Affected
5,379
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
WQI-45
Summary
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.
Consequence
If the shafts become disengaged, the driver would lose the ability to steer the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.