NHTSARecalled Feb 6, 2019 · #19V065000
Loss of Electric Power Steering Assist
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Vehicle safety defect
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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. Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.
Product details
- Product
- Loss of Electric Power Steering Assist
- 2019 Forester and Crosstrek
- Type
- Vehicle
- Manufacturer
- Subaru of America, Inc.
- Model numbers
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- UPCs
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What you should do
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.