Steering Related Problems of the 1997 Subaru Legacy

Table 1 shows four common steering related problems of the 1997 Subaru Legacy. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering idler arm (two problems).

Table 1. Steering related problems of Subaru Legacy


Recently reported Steering problems of the 1997 Subaru Legacy

The Steering problem

1997 Subaru Legacy outback. Came out to my parked vehicle with the right front tire flat due to part of the suspension spring being snapped and sticking into inside of the tire. Spring was intact when I parked it.   Read details...

The Steering Idler Arm problem

Bolt on the idler arm snapped, causing the timing chain to drop, and resulting in a bent engine valve. Dealer and manufacturer have been notified.   Read details...

The Steering Rack And Pinion problem

Car will not travel straight. It pulls sharply to the left and right . It is dangerous.   Read details...


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