2017 Subaru LEGACY Recalls

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on record for this model year.

2 Recalls
2017 Model Year
Affected: STEERING

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2 Recall Campaigns — 2017 Subaru LEGACY

STEERING
Campaign #16V716000 · 06/10/2016
Issue

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2017 Legacy and Outback vehicles manufactured September 21, 2016, to September 23, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the knee guard bracket may not be properly attached to the steering beam assembly.

Risk

If the knee guard is not properly attached and the driver is not wearing a seatbelt, the knee guard may not be able to properly restrain the driver's lower body in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the knee guard welding on each vehicle's steering beam, replacing the beam as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTL-72.

STEERING
Campaign #16V292000 · 11/05/2016
Issue

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Legacy and Outback vehicles manufactured February 29, 2016, to May 6, 2016. The steering column on the affected vehicles may have been improperly machined, and as a result, turning the steering wheel may have no effect on the direction of the wheels.

Risk

The loss of steering ability would increase the risk of a crash.

Fix

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lot number on the steering column, replacing the steering column, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783 or by visiting http://www.wtd65.service-campaign.com. Subaru's number for this recall is WTD-65. Note: Until the vehicles have been inspected, owners are advised not to drive their vehicles.

Source: NHTSA.gov public recall database

About 2017 Subaru LEGACY Recalls

The 2017 Subaru LEGACY has 2 NHTSA safety recall campaigns on record. The affected components include STEERING. All recall repairs are provided free of charge at any authorized Subaru dealership.

If you own a 2017 Subaru LEGACY, you may have received a recall notice by mail from Subaru. If you purchased your vehicle used, the previous owner may have received the notice and you may not be aware of open recalls. Use our free VIN lookup to check your exact vehicle's recall status.

To get your 2017 Subaru LEGACY recall repaired, contact your nearest Subaru dealership with your recall campaign number. Federal law requires manufacturers to fix the defect at no cost, regardless of whether you're the original owner, your vehicle's mileage, or its age.

The Subaru LEGACY has a total of 81 recall campaigns across all model years. View all Subaru LEGACY recalls →

2017 Subaru LEGACY Recall FAQs

How many recalls does the 2017 Subaru LEGACY have?

The 2017 Subaru LEGACY has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns on record.

What parts are affected by the 2017 Subaru LEGACY recalls?

The 2017 Subaru LEGACY recalls affect the following components: STEERING.

Are 2017 Subaru LEGACY recall repairs free?

Yes. Federal law requires all manufacturers to repair safety recall defects at no cost to the vehicle owner — regardless of mileage, age, or whether you are the original owner. Contact any authorized Subaru dealership with your recall campaign number.

How do I check if my 2017 Subaru LEGACY has an open recall?

Use our free VIN lookup on the RecallDetails.com homepage. Enter your 17-digit VIN and we'll show you every open recall campaign for your exact vehicle, including campaigns that may not appear in model-level data.