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  NHTSA Recall 77V167000

NHTSA Campaign Id 77V167000; Date: Oct. 6, 1977

icon1 Recalled Vehicles:

1976 Subaru Wagon 1977 Subaru Wagon

Component: Latches/locks/linkages:tailgate:latch

Manufactured by: Subaru Of America, Inc.

Affected Units:: 42,256

icon3 Recall Summary:

On the involved vehicles, the tailgate latch and latch striker may not be properly adjusted. The tailgate may not be securely latched and may come open during vehicle operation.

icon2 How to Fix:

Dealer will install a new latch assembly without charge to owner.

icon4 Recall Notes:

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: structure; tailgate assembly. Consequences of defect: if tailgate opens during vehicle operation, articlesstored in the cargo area could fall on the roadway and create a safety hazardto other drivers. Note: owner is advised not to allow children or other passengers to ride in thecargo area until the defect is corrected.

Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 16, 1977

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