NHTSA Recall 00V391000: Linkages (steering)
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,977 vehicles. It affects 2001 Subaru Legacy.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V391000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | WXY-82 |
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES |
| Report received | November 21, 2000 |
| Owner notification | January 26, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A casting flaw in the right front bearing housing could result in loss of steering if the casting flaw should exist in the tie-rod arm.
Safety risk
This casting flaw could cause grease leakage, front wheel bearing failure due to loss of grease, or loss of steering due to tie-rod end separation.
Remedy
Dealers will replace all front bearing housings with a lot number of of15.
Notes
Owner notification began january 26, 2001.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V391000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Subaru Legacy | 2001 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.