The problem
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.
The 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.
The fix
Dealers will replace all front bearing housings with a lot number of of15.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-391 (00V391000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | WXY-82 |
| Manufacturer | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| Component | Steering › Linkages |
| Report date | November 21, 2000 |
| Owners notified | January 26, 2001 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,977 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the steering
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-391 repair free?
Yes. Subaru dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace all front bearing housings with a lot number of of15.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,977 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.