Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.

Steering — Electric Power Assist System

Summary

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.

Actions

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.

Documents (16)

• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2019-1
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- Retailer Floorplan Assistance Program – Electronic Power Steering (WUC-88)
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- WUC-88 EPS Part Supply 2/19/19
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- WUC-88 EPS Part Supply 2/19/19
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Chronology
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- Updated: WUC-88 EPS Part Supply
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - New Subaru Recall/STOP SALE: WUC-88 Power Steering Gear Box Inspect/Replacement
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2019-2
• Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2019-4
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2019-3

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