The problem
The electronically controlled motor pump power steering system may malfunction, causing intermittent loss of power steering assist and requiring varying degrees of increased steering effort.
The risk
The intermittent nature of the power steering failurecan lead to loss of steering control and result in a vehicle accident.
The fix
Install a modified signal controller and a modified power controller.
Contacts
System: power steering.Vehicle description: passenger car.Note: the parts necessary to repair these cars will not be availableuntil january, 1992. If you have an urgent problem, call the subaru toll freephone number 1-800-subaru-3 (1-800-782-2783) .
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Subaru dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 91V193000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.