Recall 91V-193
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. recalled the 1990 to 1991 Subaru XT6: Steering (hydraulic power assist, pump).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 91V-193
- Reported
- November 12, 1991
- Vehicles affected
- 13,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
The electronically controlled motor pump power steering system may malfunction, causing intermittent loss of power steering assist and requiring varying degrees of increased steering effort.
The risk
The intermittent nature of the power steering failurecan lead to loss of steering control and result in a vehicle accident.
The fix
Install a modified signal controller and a modified power controller.
Notes from the manufacturer
System: power steering.vehicle description: passenger car.note: the parts necessary to repair these cars will not be availableuntil january, 1992. If you have an urgent problem, call the subaru toll freephone number 1-800-subaru-3 (1-[removed]) .
Affected vehicles
- Subaru XT6 1990 to 1991