2.0

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
80,500 miles

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problem #2

Mar 162011

Outback

  • 86,000 miles
The contact owns a 2003 Subaru Outback. The contact stated she took the vehicle in to the dealer for a regular maintenance when the mechanic noticed that the front and rear suspension was corroded and would need to be replaced. The manufacturer was contacted who did not offer any assistance stating that the vehicle was not included in recalls associated with NHTSA campaign id number: 03V153000 (suspension:rear) and NHTSA campaign id number: 03V232000 (suspension:front). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 86,000.

- Cottage Grove , MN, USA

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problem #1

Aug 012008

Outback

  • 75,000 miles
The contact owns a 2003 Subaru Outback. While driving at any speed, the vehicle bounces, shakes, and wobbles from side to side. The failure is also followed by a bumping sound. The contact believes that it is causing wear and tear on the vehicle. She is terrified to drive the vehicle. The dealer stated that the vehicle was performing this way due to the items in the vehicle. The driveshaft was replaced and the dealer stated that the viscus cup needed to be replaced. Currently, there is failure with the struts, bearings, and suspension. The dealer stated that the vehicle would pass inspection. The failure mileage was 75,000.

- Far Rockaway, NY, USA

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