NHTSA Recall 08V135000
NHTSA Campaign Id 08V135000; Date: Mar. 24, 2008
In case someone is underneath or near the rear gate, there is a possibility that a dropping rear gate panel may hit them increasing the risk of injuries.
Recalled Vehicles:
2002 Subaru Impreza; 2003 Subaru Impreza
Component: Latches/locks/linkages:tailgate:latch
Manufactured by: Subaru Of America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 36,791
Recall Summary:
Subaru is recalling 36,791 my 2002-2003 impreza wagons. The stud bolt(s) of rear gate stay may have been tightened with insufficient tightening torque and a gap may have resulted between the rear gate panel and stud bolt base. After repeated rear gate operations (opening and closing), the rear gate inner panel at the welding nut may break, which will lead to detachment of the rear gate stay, and the rear gate dropping down.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect to see if there is any gap at the stud bolt of the rear gate stay installation. If a gap is found, the stud bolt will be removed to check for damage to the welding nut. If the weld nut is cracked, the rear gate stay will be replaced free of charge. The recall began on June 2, 2008. Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783.
Recall Notes:
Subaru recall no. Wvd-14. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 2, 2008
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