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February 6, 2019 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V065000
Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V065
Manufacturer Subaru of America, Inc.
Components STEERING
Potential Number of Units Affected 10,417
Summary
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Forester and Crosstrek vehicles. A connector inside the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) unit may short circuit resulting in a loss of electric power steering assistance.
Remedy
None of the affected vehicles have been sold yet. Subaru has notified dealers and they will inspect the steering gearbox, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru’s number for this recall is WUC-88.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.