The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with manually-adjustable (non-powered) seats. Certain inner front slide rail latch mechanisms May have been improperly welded.
The risk
If an inner slide rail latch mechanism breaks due to improper welding, forward and rearward seat adjustment will no longer be possible. In the event of a crash, the slide rails could break, exposing the occupant to a risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace one or both front seat inner slide rails. Owner notification began March 30, 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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 01V-034 (01V034000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| Component | Seats |
| Report date | February 7, 2001 |
| Owners notified | March 30, 2001 |
| Vehicles affected | 3,627 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 01V-034 repair free?
Yes. Subaru dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace one or both front seat inner slide rails. Owner notification began March 30, 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…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 3,627 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.