Camden, NJ – August 24, 2022 – Subaru (OTCMKTS:FUJHY) has remedied 353,739 vehicles including the 2019 Subaru Forester that was dealing with suspension problems. Additionally, 2,419 of these Subaru vehicles have been categorized as unreachable, and 2,340 have been removed from the recall. Three groups of these 2019 Subaru Forester were remedied in 2021, and another group was remedied in 2022 due to these issues with the rear suspension stabilizer that could cause the car to roll over.
Camden, NJ – May 26, 2021 – Subaru (OTCMKTS:FUJHY) is recalling 408,271 vehicles with a suspension defect that may make it harder to control the car, which increases the risk of a crash. The recall includes the following SUVs:
- 2018 Subaru Crosstrek
- 2019 Subaru Crosstrek
- 2019 Subaru Forester
The component in question is the “Flange Bolt,” part number 01010820.
Recall Summary
The part of the suspension that connects the rear wheels of the car with each other is called the rear stabilizer. Its job is to prevent the car from rolling over if the driver makes a sudden turn or comes upon an unexpected bump.
In the recalled cars, due to “variations in dimensions,” the bolts on the rear stabilizer bracket may become loose and come off. It is not clear if the variations exist in the bolts or the bracket itself.
Safety risks
If the bolts are not attached, the stabilizer cannot work properly to keep the car upright when turning the corner or engaging into a sudden maneuver. This may lead to the driver losing control of the vehicle and getting into an accident.
Warning signs
The driver may be alerted to this issue when she or he hears an unusual rattling sound from the rear of the vehicle while it is in motion.
Other Subaru recalls
Earlier this month, over 450,000 Impreza and Crosstrek cars were recalled due to the risk of stalling.
A year and half ago, the 2019 Crosstrek Hybrid was among the vehicles recalled due to an unexpected “loss of power” while driving.
The repair
Dealers will check the bolts and tighten them, if necessary, free of charge. Owners will be notified between May 14 and June 11.
Is your vehicle part of this recall?
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