Subaru Buyers Guide
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Crash Test Data for 1997 Subaru
| Subaru Vehicle | Front Star Rating | Side Star Rating | Rollover Resistance Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Driver | Passenger | Front Seat | Rear Seat | ||
| 1997 Impreza |  | | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 1997 Legacy | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
Service Bulletins for 1997 Subaru
| 1997 SUBARU FORESTER | |
|---|---|
| Bulletin Number: 034899 | |
| VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS MAY EXHIBIT FIRST GEAR POPPING OUT WHILE DRIVING. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 06-68-19R | |
| This Service Information bulletin announces instruction for application of additional lubrication between the brake caliper support and pad clips. This will prevent the pad from dragging due to corrosion buildup which may result in uneven o | |
| Bulletin Number: 115398 | |
| CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF A SLIGHT ENGINE HESITATION ON VEHICLES WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS 2.5L AND 2.2L ENGINES. TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 14-22-16R | |
| To help reduce confusion and increase technician efficiency, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has developed the following cross reference list to help locate the appropriate Special Service Tool. | |
| Bulletin Number: SB-05-50-10R | |
| SUBARU: THERE IS A STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS DUE TO AN IMPORPER WHEEL BALANCE. *RM | |
| Bulletin Number: Subaru Tech Tips | |
| Subaru Service and Technical Support Line Newletter. | |
| 1997 SUBARU IMPREZA | |
| Bulletin Number: 010898 | |
| INFORMATION ON INSTALLING REAR DIFFERENTIAL PROTECTOR . *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 01MAR9707 | |
| REAR DEFOGGER TIMER. *JD | |
| Bulletin Number: 02 | |
| RUBBING MARK ON TIMING BELT. SUBARU. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 034899 | |
| VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS MAY EXHIBIT FIRST GEAR POPPING OUT WHILE DRIVING. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 035002 | |
| NEW PROCEDURE FOR REPLACING REAR WHEEL BEARINGS. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 035203 | |
| CLUTCH PEDAL STICKING. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 06-68-19R | |
| This Service Information bulletin announces instruction for application of additional lubrication between the brake caliper support and pad clips. This will prevent the pad from dragging due to corrosion buildup which may result in uneven o | |
| Bulletin Number: 08-06097 | |
| SERVICE MANUAL SUPPLEMENT VOLUME 7 FOR THE ABS 5.3I SYSTEM. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 115398 | |
| CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF A SLIGHT ENGINE HESITATION ON VEHICLES WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS 2.5L AND 2.2L ENGINES. TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 14-22-16R | |
| To help reduce confusion and increase technician efficiency, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has developed the following cross reference list to help locate the appropriate Special Service Tool. | |
| Bulletin Number: 170601 | |
| INFORMATION REGARDING SEAT BELT LATCH SLIDES TO THE LOWER SEAT BELT ANCHOR. *YH UPDATED *EH | |
| Bulletin Number: 970516971662 | |
| SUBJECT ON TRANSFER CLUTCH BINDING AND/OR BUCKING ON TURNS. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 971013WXE62 | |
| VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A CORROSION OF AN OXYGEN SENSOR WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR DUE TO WATER DRAINAGE FROM THE HOOD SCOOP AIR DUCT. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: SB-05-50-10R | |
| SUBARU: THERE IS A STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS DUE TO AN IMPORPER WHEEL BALANCE. *RM | |
| Bulletin Number: SUB159701 | |
| VEHICLES THAT ARE ACCESSORIZED WITH CRUISE CONTROL NOW HAVE THE CRUISE CONTROL ECU MOUNTED TO THE UNDERDASH COVER PANEL BELOW THE STEERING COLUMN. *JD | |
| Bulletin Number: SUB15970103 | |
| KEYLESS ENTRY KITS WITH AN INCORRECT WIRING HARNESS PACKAGED IN THE KIT- ALL PORT AND REGIONAL PARTS INVENTORIES HAVE BEEN AUDITED. *JD | |
| Bulletin Number: Subaru Tech Tips | |
| Subaru Service and Technical Support Line Newletter. | |
| 1997 SUBARU LEGACY | |
| Bulletin Number: 010102 | |
| INFORMATION REGARDING FRONT SPRING GUARD BULLETIN UPDATE. *YD | |
| Bulletin Number: 010398 | |
| SOME VEHICLES EXPERIENCE MOISTURE ACCUMULATION IN THE HEADLIGHTS. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 010898 | |
| INFORMATION ON INSTALLING REAR DIFFERENTIAL PROTECTOR . *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 01MAR9707 | |
| REAR DEFOGGER TIMER. *JD | |
| Bulletin Number: 02 | |
| RUBBING MARK ON TIMING BELT. SUBARU. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 034899 | |
| VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS MAY EXHIBIT FIRST GEAR POPPING OUT WHILE DRIVING. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 035002 | |
| NEW PROCEDURE FOR REPLACING REAR WHEEL BEARINGS. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 035203 | |
| CLUTCH PEDAL STICKING. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 040901 | |
| SUBJECT ON REGARDING STEERING KNOCKING/RATTLE NOISE WHEN TURNING. *ET | |
| Bulletin Number: 053398 | |
| 1997 AND LATER LEGACY EXHIBITING BODY DRIVELINE VIBRATION AT HIGH SPEEDS. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 063103 | |
| REPLACEMENT OF THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) FOR ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) REPAIR. *TT UPDATE. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 06-68-19R | |
| This Service Information bulletin announces instruction for application of additional lubrication between the brake caliper support and pad clips. This will prevent the pad from dragging due to corrosion buildup which may result in uneven o | |
| Bulletin Number: 07 | |
| HEADLIGHT BULB SOCKET REPAIRS. *KB | |
| Bulletin Number: 08-06097 | |
| SERVICE MANUAL SUPPLEMENT VOLUME 7 FOR THE ABS 5.3I SYSTEM. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 115398 | |
| CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF A SLIGHT ENGINE HESITATION ON VEHICLES WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS 2.5L AND 2.2L ENGINES. TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 14-22-16R | |
| To help reduce confusion and increase technician efficiency, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has developed the following cross reference list to help locate the appropriate Special Service Tool. | |
| Bulletin Number: 17 | |
| SUBJECT REGARDING SHIFTER RATTLE. *JG | |
| Bulletin Number: 170601 | |
| INFORMATION REGARDING SEAT BELT LATCH SLIDES TO THE LOWER SEAT BELT ANCHOR. *YH UPDATED *EH | |
| Bulletin Number: 970516971662 | |
| SUBJECT ON TRANSFER CLUTCH BINDING AND/OR BUCKING ON TURNS. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: SB-05-50-10R | |
| SUBARU: THERE IS A STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS DUE TO AN IMPORPER WHEEL BALANCE. *RM | |
| Bulletin Number: SUB039701 | |
| HIGH PITCHED NOISE FROM REAR OF VEHICLES- THE CAUSE MAY BE REAR AXLE OIL SEAL NUMBER 2 COMING LOOSE FROM ITS MOUNTING (PLACE VEHICLE ON LIFT AND ROTATING THE TIRE ON THE SIDE SUSPECTED OF NOISE). *JD | |
| Bulletin Number: SUB049701 | |
| CLUNK NOISE FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE WHEN TURNING OVER A BUMPY ROAD SURFACE- NOISE COMING FROM THE STEERING GEAR BOX. *JD | |
| Bulletin Number: SUB129701 | |
| CREAKING NOISE EMANATING FROM THE RIGHT REAR ROCKER PANEL AREA ON THE SUBJECT VEHICLES- COMING FROM THE AREA JUST IN FRONT OF THE DOG LEG AREA AT THE ROCKER SILL. *JD | |
| Bulletin Number: SUB15970101 | |
| CHECK TO SEE WHERE THE RADIO FADER CONTROL KNOB IS POSITIONED AFTER INSTALLATION. *JD | |
| Bulletin Number: SUB199701 | |
| 1995-97 LEGACY REAR WHEEL BEARING/SEAL NOISE. *JD | |
| Bulletin Number: Subaru Tech Tips | |
| Subaru Service and Technical Support Line Newletter. | |
| Bulletin Number: WXK68 | |
| PROCEDURES ON TRANSVERSE LINK ASSEMBLIES. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: WXK68 | |
| SUBJECT ON TRANSVERSE LINK ASSEMBLIES. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: WXW81 | |
| SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF ALTERNATOR CHARGING DUE TO A BROKEN BRUSH WIRE. *TT | |
| 1997 SUBARU OUTBACK | |
| Bulletin Number: 010102 | |
| INFORMATION REGARDING FRONT SPRING GUARD BULLETIN UPDATE. *YD | |
| Bulletin Number: 063103 | |
| REPLACEMENT OF THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) FOR ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) REPAIR. *TT UPDATE. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 06-68-19R | |
| This Service Information bulletin announces instruction for application of additional lubrication between the brake caliper support and pad clips. This will prevent the pad from dragging due to corrosion buildup which may result in uneven o | |
| Bulletin Number: 07 | |
| HEADLIGHT BULB SOCKET REPAIRS. *KB | |
| Bulletin Number: 14-22-16R | |
| To help reduce confusion and increase technician efficiency, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has developed the following cross reference list to help locate the appropriate Special Service Tool. | |
| Bulletin Number: 17 | |
| SUBJECT REGARDING SHIFTER RATTLE. *JG | |
| Bulletin Number: SB-05-50-10R | |
| SUBARU: THERE IS A STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS DUE TO AN IMPORPER WHEEL BALANCE. *RM | |
| Bulletin Number: Subaru Tech Tips | |
| Subaru Service and Technical Support Line Newletter. | |
| 1997 SUBARU SUBARU | |
| Bulletin Number: 08-06-97 | |
| INFORMATION ON ASSEMBLING 1997 AND NEWER ENGINES. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 166399 | |
| SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. HAS NOW MADE AVAILABLE REMANUFACTURED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS FOR MOST MODELS. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 97060601145 | |
| PROCEDURES ON PREVENTING ENGINE DAMAGE. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 971205115097 | |
| SUBJECT ON STATE EMISSION TESTING. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 971205115197 | |
| SUBJECT ON DIAGNOSTIC SERVICE CAUTIONS. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: WXN71 | |
| SUBJECT REGARDING AXLE SHAFT GREASE LEAKAGE. *TT | |
| 1997 SUBARU SVX | |
| Bulletin Number: 14-22-16R | |
| To help reduce confusion and increase technician efficiency, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has developed the following cross reference list to help locate the appropriate Special Service Tool. | |
| Bulletin Number: 970516971662 | |
| SUBJECT ON TRANSFER CLUTCH BINDING AND/OR BUCKING ON TURNS. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: Subaru Tech Tips | |
| Subaru Service and Technical Support Line Newletter. | |
Recalls for 1997 Subaru
| 1997 SUBARU LEGACY | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS:SWITCH |
| Manufacturer: | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 06/03/1996 - 08/31/1996 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 19730 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. INSUFFICIENT CLEARANCE WITHIN THE HAZARD WARNING LIGHT SWITCH HOUSING CAN CAUSE A BINDING BETWEEN THE ACTUATING BUTTON AND THE HOUSING. Consequence:THE SWITCH COULD STICK IN AN INTERMEDIATE POSITION WHEN DEACTIVATING, RESULTING IN THE TURN SIGNALS BECOMING INOPERABLE. Action:DEALERS WILL INSTALL A MODIFIED HAZARD WARNING SWITCH. | |
| 1997 SUBARU LEGACY | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:HANGER,BRACKET |
| Manufacturer: | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 06/03/1996 - 09/30/1996 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 29442 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER STATION WAGON, SEDAN AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. DUE TO IMPROPER WELDING, FRACTURES CAN OCCUR ON THE SUPPORT BRACKET OF THE FRONT TRANSVERSE LINK. Consequence:SUCH FRACTURES CAN RESULT IN PARTIAL OR COMPLETE SEPARATION OF THE BRACKET CAUSING A FAILURE OF THE LOWER SUSPENSION MOUNTING, LEADING TO A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL. Action:DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE IF NECESSARY THE FRONT SUSPENSION SUPPORT BRACKETS. | |
| 1997 SUBARU LEGACY | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) |
| Manufacturer: | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 05/09/1997 - 08/28/1997 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 19386 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS. DUE TO POOR WELDS, IGNITION KEYS CAN STICK, SHIFT LEVERS/LINKAGES CAN BREAK AND SHIFT LEVERS CAN MOVE. Consequence:THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE UNEXPECTED MOVEMENT OF THE VEHICLE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. Action:DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER ASSEMBLIES (EXCEPT THE HANDLE GRIP). | |
| 1997 SUBARU LEGACY | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
| Manufacturer: | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 08/09/1996 - 03/21/1997 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 61115 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE THROTTLE SHAFT BALL BEARING ON THE SENSOR SIDE OF THE THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY WAS NOT INSTALLED IN CERTAIN THROTTLE BODIES. Consequence:OPERATION OF A VEHICLE WITH A MISSING THROTTLE SHAFT BEARING CAN EVENTUALLLY LEAD TO AN INCOMPLETE RETURN OF THE THROTTLE VALVE RESULTING IN A HIGH IDLING CONDITION. Action:DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE THROTTLE BODY AND REPLACE THE THROTTLE ASSEMBLY IF THE BEARING IS MISSING. | |
| 1997 SUBARU LEGACY | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS |
| Manufacturer: | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 01/25/1994 - 01/30/1998 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 180000 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FRONT COIL SPRINGS ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW YORK, NEW JERSEY, NEW HAMPSHIRE, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA, AND WISCONSIN, AND IN THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. THE FRONT COIL SPRINGS WERE PRODUCED WITH POOR PAINT QUALITY WHICH, AFTER CONTINUED EXPOSURE TO CORROSIVE SALT, CAN RESULT IN BREAKAGE OF THE SPRING. Consequence:DEPENDING ON THE LOCATION OF THE FRACTURE, A BROKEN SPRING COULD MOVE PAST THE SPRING SEAT AND CONTACT A FRONT TIRE. SOME TIRES HAVE DEFLATED DUE TO CONTACT WITH A BROKEN SPRING. Action:DEALERS WILL NOTIFIY CUSTOMERS TO BRING THEIR VEHICLE TO AN AUTHORIZE DEALERSHIP TO HAVE A SPRING GUARD INSTALLED ON BOTH FRONT STRUTS TO PREVENT TIRE PUNCTURE AND REPLACE ANY BROKEN SPRINGS FREE OF CHARGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 18, 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. | |
| 1997 SUBARU LEGACY | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR |
| Manufacturer: | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 03/01/1996 - 05/31/1997 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 223520 |
Defect Description:THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE AN ALTERNATOR PROBLEM THAT CAN RESULT IN A LOSS OF CHARGING CAPABILITY. Consequence:IF THE ALTERNATOR FAILS, THE ALTERNATOR WARNING TELLTALE WILL ALERT THE DRIVER TO THE PROBLEM, GIVING AMPLE OPPORTUNITY TO SEEK REPAIR BEFORE A LOSS OF BATTERY POWER, WHICH, IF THE WARNING WERE IGNORED, COULD ULTIMATELY RESULT IN A LOSS OF VEHICLE POWER (ENGINE STALL). Action:DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ALTERNATOR WITH A MODIFIED ALTERNATOR. OWNERS WILL ALSO BE CAUTIONED THAT, SHOULD THE ALTERNATOR TELLTALE WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATE, THEY MUST SEEK IMMEDIATE REPAIR TO AVOID THE EVENTUAL LOSS OF ELECTRICAL POWER, WHICH COULD RESULT IN AN ENGINE STALL. | |
| 1997 SUBARU OUTBACK | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS |
| Manufacturer: | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 01/25/1994 - 01/30/1998 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 180000 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FRONT COIL SPRINGS ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW YORK, NEW JERSEY, NEW HAMPSHIRE, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA, AND WISCONSIN, AND IN THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. THE FRONT COIL SPRINGS WERE PRODUCED WITH POOR PAINT QUALITY WHICH, AFTER CONTINUED EXPOSURE TO CORROSIVE SALT, CAN RESULT IN BREAKAGE OF THE SPRING. Consequence:DEPENDING ON THE LOCATION OF THE FRACTURE, A BROKEN SPRING COULD MOVE PAST THE SPRING SEAT AND CONTACT A FRONT TIRE. SOME TIRES HAVE DEFLATED DUE TO CONTACT WITH A BROKEN SPRING. Action:DEALERS WILL NOTIFIY CUSTOMERS TO BRING THEIR VEHICLE TO AN AUTHORIZE DEALERSHIP TO HAVE A SPRING GUARD INSTALLED ON BOTH FRONT STRUTS TO PREVENT TIRE PUNCTURE AND REPLACE ANY BROKEN SPRINGS FREE OF CHARGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 18, 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. | |
| 1997 SUBARU OUTBACK | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
| Manufacturer: | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 08/09/1996 - 03/21/1997 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 61115 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE THROTTLE SHAFT BALL BEARING ON THE SENSOR SIDE OF THE THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY WAS NOT INSTALLED IN CERTAIN THROTTLE BODIES. Consequence:OPERATION OF A VEHICLE WITH A MISSING THROTTLE SHAFT BEARING CAN EVENTUALLLY LEAD TO AN INCOMPLETE RETURN OF THE THROTTLE VALVE RESULTING IN A HIGH IDLING CONDITION. Action:DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE THROTTLE BODY AND REPLACE THE THROTTLE ASSEMBLY IF THE BEARING IS MISSING. | |
| 1997 SUBARU OUTBACK | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) |
| Manufacturer: | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 05/09/1997 - 08/28/1997 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 19386 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS. DUE TO POOR WELDS, IGNITION KEYS CAN STICK, SHIFT LEVERS/LINKAGES CAN BREAK AND SHIFT LEVERS CAN MOVE. Consequence:THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE UNEXPECTED MOVEMENT OF THE VEHICLE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. Action:DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER ASSEMBLIES (EXCEPT THE HANDLE GRIP). | |
| 1997 SUBARU OUTBACK | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:HANGER,BRACKET |
| Manufacturer: | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 06/03/1996 - 09/30/1996 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 29442 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER STATION WAGON, SEDAN AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. DUE TO IMPROPER WELDING, FRACTURES CAN OCCUR ON THE SUPPORT BRACKET OF THE FRONT TRANSVERSE LINK. Consequence:SUCH FRACTURES CAN RESULT IN PARTIAL OR COMPLETE SEPARATION OF THE BRACKET CAUSING A FAILURE OF THE LOWER SUSPENSION MOUNTING, LEADING TO A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL. Action:DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE IF NECESSARY THE FRONT SUSPENSION SUPPORT BRACKETS. | |
