Subaru Legacy Wagon 1998

• Recall 4830 [USA]: Depending on the location of the fracture, a broken spring could move past the spring seat and contact a front tire. some tires have deflated due to contact with a broken spring.
  Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with front coil springs originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new york, new jersey, new hampshire, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, virginia, west virginia, and wisconsin, and in the district of columbia. The front coil springs were produced with poor paint quality which, after continued exposure to corrosive salt, can result in breakage of the spring.
  dealers will notifiy customers to bring their vehicle to an authorize dealership to have a spring guard installed on both front struts to prevent tire puncture and replace any broken springs free of charge. Owner notification began september 18, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783.
  also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

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• Recall 6451 [USA]: If the alternator fails, the alternator warning telltale will alert the driver to the problem, giving ample opportunity to seek repair before a loss of battery power, which, if the warning were ignored, could ultimately result in a loss of vehicle power (engine stall).
  This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Some of these vehicles have an alternator problem that can result in a loss of charging capability.
  dealers will replace the alternator with a modified alternator. Owners will also be cautioned that, should the alternator telltale warning lamp illuminate, they must seek immediate repair to avoid the eventual loss of electrical power, which could result in an engine stall.
  subaru has decided to conduct a service program to replace the alternator. This replacement campaign will be conducted in phases.Owner notification began november 15, 2000.Owners can contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783, concerning this program.

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• Recall 9868 [USA]: This condition causes the vehicle stopping distance to be increased, possibly resulting in a crash.
  Vehicle description: passenger and sport utility vehicles equipped with anti-lock braking system (abs). (the 1999 2.2 liter legacy vehicles are excluded). In extremely cold weather, the brake pedal goes to the floor and the vehicle stopping distance is increased.
  dealers will replace the brake master cylinder.
  owner notification began june 7, 1999. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact subaru at subaru at 1-800-782-2783.Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

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• Recall 11345 [USA]: This vaporized oil spray can result in oil vapor ignition by the hot exhaust system resulting in a possible underhood fire.
  Vehicle description: passenger vehicles, also service parts supplied to subaru dealers are involved (lot numbers f01 j21d2, f01 j30d2, f02 j09d1, f02 j09d2, and f02 j20d1). The purolator oil filter cans used on these vehicles can fracture causing a vaporized oil spray and subsequent oil leak.
  dealers will inspect and replace these engine oil filters.
  owner notification began september 15, 1998. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783.Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

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• Recall 13996 [USA]: This condition can cause unexpected movement of the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash or property damage.
  Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. Due to poor welds, ignition keys can stick, shift levers/linkages can break and shift levers can move.
  dealers will replace the automatic transmission shift lever assemblies (except the handle grip).
  owner notification began june 15, 1998.Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

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• Recall 2001183 [Canada]: Other
  Certain passenger vehicles equipped with front coil springs.The front coil springs were produced with poor paint quality which, after continued exposure to corrosive salt, can result in breakage of the spring. Depending on the location of the fracture, a broken spring could move past the spring seat and contact a front tire. Some tires have deflated due to contact with a broken spring. Correction: dealers will notify customers to bring their vehicle to an authorize dealership to have a spring guard installed on both front struts to prevent tire puncture and replace any broken springs free of charge.

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• Recall 2000069 [Canada]: Other
  Certain vehicle do not comply with regulation 6 - statement of compliance. Compliance label was not expressed in both official languages in regard to vehicle classification. Correction: no corrective action will be taken for existing vehicles. Correct compliance label will be affixed in current production vehicles.

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• Recall 1999043 [Canada]: Brakes
  On certain vehicles equipped with anti-lock brakes (abs), the brake master cylinder secondary circuit may not function in extremely cold weather due to brake fluid bypassing the fluid supply valve, which remains open. This condition can result in the brake pedal going to the floor during normal light brake application, thereby increasing stopping distance. Correction: brake master cylinder will be repaired or replaced as required.

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• Recall 1998030 [Canada]: Powertrain
  The automatic transmission shift lever assemblies on these vehicles may fail due to poor welds within the assembly. This can result in stuck ignition keys, broken shift levers/linkages and improper movement of shift levers. Correction: automatic shift lever assembly will be replaced with one furnished by a different supplier.

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• Recall 1998176 [Canada]: Engine
  The original oil filter cans on these vehicles may fatigue and fracture causing an initial vaporized oil spray and subsequent oil leak. Such vaporized oil spray can result in oil vapour ignition by the hot exhaust system and subsequent underhood fire. Correction: vehicles which have not had their first service inspection will have the oil and filter changed.

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June 26 2017 i went to have my front brake pads replaced, because they felt spongy and difficult to stop the vehicle. The mechanic told me i needed to replace the brake pads, rotors, and outer tie rods on both ends. All these parts were dangerously worn preexisting conditions before i purchased the vehicle in december 2016. The brake repair was done at: 424 west henderson street, cleburne, texas 76033. 817 645 7848. On june 26, 2017 i purchased the vehicle from brad deery honda in iowa used, as is. Since then i have had to have numerous expensive repairs. There should be laws to protect consumers from dealerships that sell vehicles that are unsafe and falling apart, and refusing to help pay repair bills. Used vehicles do not qualify for help under the lemon laws. Please let me know if there is something i can do to get help with my repair bills on my vehicle for unsafe preexisting mechanical conditions. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.S.C. 552(b)(6). *tr

The weld that attached the front right strut assembly to the body completely failed. The wheel collapsed into the wheel well. This happened while i beginning to make a right turn. The vehicle was not moving more than 3-4 mph. For some months before the weld failed there was vibration during braking that we could not diagnose. I ended up replacing the brake pads, rotors, brake cylinders on both front wheels to no avail. I have pictures of the collapsed wheel. I don't know how to upload the picture. I can send it to an email address if you wish.

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 subaru legacy. While attempting to drive, the transmission began to smoke and then unexpectedly failed. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 155,025. Updated 05/31/17*lj *as

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 subaru legacy. The contact stated that while he inspected the vehicle, he noticed that the rear brake lines were corroded due to defective steel metal. The contact believed that if the vehicle was equipped with brake master cylinders for the rear and front, the vehicle could be safer. The vehicle had only one master cylinder for the corroded rear brakes. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 120,000. Updatd12/14/12*lj the consumer stated the problem that there are no brakes on the vehicle when a rea brake like breaks. Updated 12/17/2012 *js

Cpsc#i1220374a. 1998 legacy subaru. Consumer stated the air bags failed to deploy in a frontal collision. *ln

Vehicle involved in a frontal collision with a fire hydrant. There was substantial damage to the vehicle and the hydrant did break away as designed. Air bag did not deploy. *tr

Fuel (gasoline) filler neck for the 1998 subaru legacy wagon rusts out because the tube is behind a plastic molding that accumulates dirt, salt, water, and rots the tubing causing a chronic leak of gasoline potentially over the exhaust system. Recall and repair is needed. *tr

Defective frame on 1998 subaru legacy. *nj the consumer stated the brakes and tie rods were replaced. And a alignment was done as well. While driving, the vehicle began to make a rumbling sound, as well a stronger pull to the right when braking. The consumer was able to pull over and upon inspecting the vehicle, he noticed the front left cross-member was severed in the center. *jb

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 subaru legacy wagon. The driver-side cross member that connects the wheel assembly to the main frame had corroded. The steering wheel also makes a clanging noise when turning and sometimes does not respond. The manufacturer was notified, and he was advised that the warranty expired and there were no recalls on his vehicle. The vehicle was not drivable and it requires a tow truck to be taken to the dealer for repairs. All repairs will be at the owners expense. The failure mileage was 254,000.