Two problems related to steering idler arm have been reported for the 1997 Subaru Legacy. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
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.
While driving with cruise engaged,attempted to brake and to disengage cruise control, there was no response, cruise continued, upon pressing harder on brake pedal, vehicle wheels locked up, went into skid, hit barrier at approx. 65mph, not fixed.
| Steering problems | |
| Steering Idler Arm problems | |
| Steering Rack And Pinion problems | |
| Steering Failed problems |