NHTSA Recall 82V036000
NHTSA Campaign Id 82V036000; Date: Apr. 19, 1982
Recalled Vehicles:
1981 Subaru Subaru; 1982 Subaru Subaru
Component: Steering:wheel And Handle Bar
Manufactured by: Subaru Of America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 43,300
Recall Summary:
The steering wheel nut may have been tightened insufficiently during the assembly process and may loosen and develop play between the steering wheel and the steering shaft. The steering wheel could separate from the steering shaft.
How to Fix:
Dealer will inspect and retighten the steering wheel nut to torque specifications at no cost to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: steering assembly; steering wheel nut. Consequences of defect: should separation occur during vehicle operation, lossof vehicle control and an accident could occur. Note: if excessive steering wheel play is experienced, the vehicle should notbe driven and the dealer should be contacted immediately.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 4, 1982
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