Suspension Related Problems of the 1997 Subaru Outback

Table 1 shows three common suspension related problems of the 1997 Subaru Outback. The number one most common problem is related to the front suspension leaf spring hanger/bracket (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the front suspension coil spring (one problem).

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Subaru Outback


Recently reported Suspension problems of the 1997 Subaru Outback

The Front Suspension Leaf Spring Hanger/bracket problem

Possible failure of recalled front transverse link may have caused vehicle to suddenly shake violently, loose braking ability and run off road into a guardrail. Driver sustained a few bruises.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Coil Spring problem

Recall 01 v 216 000/front coil spring: unable to get dealer; hassett dealership; wantah, NY; phone# 516/785-7800 to honor recall due to no parts being available. Feel free to provide any further information on this matter.   Read details...

The Suspension problem

Consumer was traveling about 50mph on the highway and vehicle started to veer to the left and right, going into oncoming traffic. Then, vehicle violently started going backwards, hitting a brick wall .   Read details...


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