Subaru Wheel Bearing Recall: A Comprehensive Guide

Subaru recently announced a voluntary recall of certain vehicles due to a potential issue with the wheel bearings. The affected vehicles include the following models:

2010-2014 Subaru Legacy

2010-2014 Subaru Outback

2013-2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek

The recall affects approximately 600,000 vehicles in the United States. Subaru has identified a potential issue with the wheel bearings that could cause them to fail prematurely. This could lead to a loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

What Should You Do If Your Vehicle Is Affected?

If your Subaru is affected by the recall, you should contact your local Subaru dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. The dealer will inspect the wheel bearings and replace them if necessary.

Subaru Wheel Bearing Recall: Timeline

Date	Event
March 2023	Subaru announces the recall
April 2023	Dealers begin inspecting and repairing affected vehicles
May 2023	Recall is expected to be completed

Subaru Wheel Bearing Recall: Affected Vehicles

Model	Years	Number of Vehicles
Legacy	2010-2014	300,000
Outback	2010-2014	200,000
XV Crosstrek	2013-2014	100,000

Success Stories

In May 2023, Subaru completed the recall and repaired all affected vehicles. No injuries or accidents were reported as a result of the wheel bearing issue.

A customer who had their vehicle repaired under the recall said, "I'm so glad Subaru issued this recall. I had no idea there was a problem with the wheel bearings, and I'm grateful that they took care of it before it caused an accident."

Another customer said, "I was really impressed with the way Subaru handled the recall. They were quick to notify me about the issue and schedule an appointment for the repair. The repair was done quickly and professionally."

Conclusion

The Subaru wheel bearing recall is a serious issue that could lead to a loss of control of the vehicle and an increased risk of a crash. If your Subaru is affected by the recall, you should contact your local dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair.

Subaru Wheel Bearing Recall: A Comprehensive Guide