Steering Problems of Subaru Baja

Subaru Baja owners have reported 8 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering (5 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering linkages (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Steering related problems of Subaru Baja


Recently reported Steering problems of Subaru Baja

The Steering problem

At the beginning of April, I purchased a 2003 Subaru Baja from roseville auto center for $10,500 and was reassured by the salesman that it passed a safety inspection and that there were no leaks in the head gasket. I did my own inspection under the hood and underneath the vehicle.   Read details...

The Steering Linkages problem

This is regarding a 2005 Subaru Baja turbo, VIN #:4s4bt63c255100597. In service date is 6/9/04. Please know that this vehicle was purchased brand new. In February, 2005 the problem first manifested itself. This is a steering concern.   Read details...

The Steering Tie Rod Assembly problem

The contact owns a 2006 Subaru Baja. While making a turn at 10 mph, the front passenger side tie rod failed. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and has not been inspected by a mechanic. The purchase date was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 11,000.   Read details...

The Steering Noise problem

Steering became very difficult, with loud banging/popping noises while turning steering wheel. . . Worsened as vehicle warmed up. . . Would feel as though steering wheel was being jerked out of my hands. Vehicle was repaired by replacing viscous clutch in center differential (at transmission). . .   Read details...




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