NHTSA Recall 84V026000
NHTSA Campaign Id 84V026000; Date: Mar. 8, 1984
Recalled Vehicles:
1980 Subaru Subaru
Component: Steering:rack And Pinion
Manufactured by: Subaru Of America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 75,284
Recall Summary:
A protective boot covering the steering rack and pinion shaft can come loose in extreme cold. When unprotected, the rack shaft may corrode, resulting in hard or stiff steering.
How to Fix:
Securing clips will be installed on protective boot covers and affected steering rack shafts will be repaired or replaced, if necessary.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles; all models other than brat. System: steering; rack and pinion shaft boot. Consequences of defect: steering malfunction could lead to a vehicle accidentand personal injury. Note: seizure may occur with continued operation, when the steering wheel isturned fully or nearly so in either direction.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 29, 1984
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