2000-2004 Subaru Outback/Legacy: Recall History
Updated: 11/23/08
2004 Subaru Outback and Legacy
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Learn about official auto recalls, reliability issues, and vehicle problems for the 2000-2004 Subaru Legacy/Outback directly from the NHTSA and manufacturers.
NHTSA Recall History
2000 Legacy:
Antirust coating could shrink, causing a torque decrease in the bolt that secures the transverse-link bracket to the vehicle body. If the bracket becomes too loose, the transverse link could separate from the vehicle.
2000 Legacy:
The left-side steering-knuckle arm was incorrectly assembled. Steering control could be lost, if left uninspected.
2000-03 Legacy/Outback:
Road salt may cause some vehicles' rear suspension subframe to rust, affecting control of the vehicle. Dealer will inspect and replace affected parts.
2001 Legacy:
A casting flaw in the right-front bearing housing could result in loss of steering control.
2001 Legacy:
Incorrect seatbelt was installed in the rear-center position. The belt is too short.
2001 Legacy:
Manual seats have been improperly welded. Latch mechanism can break, making seat adjustment impossible.
2001 Legacy:
Underhood fuel hoses can age and become less flexible, allowing fuel leakage at low temperatures.
2001-03 Legacy/Outback/Baja:
Defective transmission parking-rod assemblies were installed on certain vehicles with automatic transmissions. The vehicle may not remain in "Park." Dealer will inspect and replace all affected parts.
2001-04 Legacy/Outback:
Errors with the cruise control cable could cause the driver to not be able to decelerate. Dealers will inspect and replace affected parts.
2002:
The brake master cylinders may not function properly at low temperatures. The brakes may not release after being applied.
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