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Recall 10V-283

SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. recalled the 2010 Subaru Legacy and 1 other model: Steering (column).

At a glance

Campaign number
10V-283
Reported
June 24, 2010
Vehicles affected
73,698 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Subaru is recalling certain model year 2010 outback and legacy passenger vehicles manufactured from february 16, 2009 through april 12, 2010. The wiring in the steering column electrical roll connector located behind the vehicle's steering wheel may develop stress cracks and eventually break. If this were to happen certain electrical components may not operate as intended.

The risk

Possible circuits affected are the driver's frontal airbag, paddle shifter function, cruise control, horn control and radio functions increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will check lot number of the steering roll connector. The roll connector will be replaced with a new one if the lot number showed any affected range of the failure occurrence. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on july 7, 2010. Owners may contact subaru at 1-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Subaru safety recall no. Wvr-28.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to <a href=[link removed] .

Affected vehicles