1997 Subaru Legacy

6 Recalls & Safety Reports

Recall List for the 1997 Subaru Legacy

Official recalls have been issued for the 1997 Subaru Legacy by the NHTSA. The complete details of all recalls are listed below, along with what they cover and the recommended solutions.

Recalls don't cost you anything to get fixed, but most are time-limited, so if your car is affected you should call your local Subaru service department immediately!

If you have questions about a recall, write down your VIN & then call Subaru customer service.

  1. RECALL: Subaru/Front Coil Springs

    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 ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUN 25, 2001
    Vehicles Affected
    180,000
  2. RECALL: Subaru/Alternator

    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 ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 15, 2000
    Vehicles Affected
    223,520
  3. RECALL: Subaru/Front Transverse Link

    Such fractures can result in partial or complete separation of the bracket causing a failure of the lower suspension mounting, leading to a loss of vehicle ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 04, 1998
    Vehicles Affected
    29,442
  4. RECALL: Subaru/Throttle

    Operation of a vehicle with a missing throttle shaft bearing can eventuallly lead to an incomplete return of the throttle valve resulting in a high idling ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    FEB 20, 1998
    Vehicles Affected
    61,115
  5. RECALL: Subaru/Auto Transmission Shift Lever

    This condition can cause unexpected movement of the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash or property damage. Read more »

    Date Announced
    FEB 20, 1998
    Vehicles Affected
    19,386
  6. RECALL: Subaru/Hazard Warning Light Switch

    The switch could stick in an intermediate position when deactivating, resulting in the turn signals becoming inoperable. Read more »

    Date Announced
    NOV 13, 1997
    Vehicles Affected
    19,730

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