Recall 13V194000
STEERING:COLUMN
Report Date
20130513
Component
STEERING:COLUMN
Affected Vehicles
2 models
Defect Description
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.
Safety 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.
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.