Steering:Electric Power Assist System safety campaign
official recall record
The cited record is bound to model year 2019; no broader incidence claim is made.
- Symptom
- Subaru of America, Inc.
- Why it matters
- The official record describes a potential crash, fire, injury, or loss-of-control consequence.
Observed complaint mileage band; not an incidence probability
Reported onset roughly 15,500–46,000 mi (median 27,000 mi).
Onset band unknown.
Based on 6 usable reports (6 censored). Complaint mileage is an observed report band, not a population incidence estimate.
What to inspect
- Check the VIN for open NHTSA actions, then ask the inspector to test the named system and document the result.
Pro check: Independent pre-purchase inspection.
Mitigation
- Verify the campaign status by VIN and retain the completion receipt if the remedy was performed.
Verified remedy: None of the affected vehicles have been sold yet. Subaru has notified dealers and they will inspect the steering gearbox, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUC-88.
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The official record describes a potential crash, fire, injury, or loss-of-control consequence.
“Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Forester and Crosstrek vehicles. A connector inside the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) unit may short circuit resulting in a loss of electric power steering assistance. Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash. None of the affected vehicles have been sold yet. Subaru has notified dealers and they will inspect the steering gearbox, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUC-88.”