NHTSA recall 19V-065 (19V065000)
steering recall reported February 6, 2019 - about 10,417 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 19V065000
- Also written as
- 19V-065
- Manufacturer number
- WUC-88
- Reported
- February 6, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- ~10,417
- Component
- steering
What is being recalled
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Forester and Crosstrek vehicles. A connector inside the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) unit may short circuit resulting in a loss of electric power steering assistance.
Why it is dangerous
Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
None of the affected vehicles have been sold yet. Subaru has notified dealers and they will inspect the steering gearbox, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUC-88.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 19V-065 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.