Recall 83V006000: Subaru Subaru
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
Summary
The problem. The internal seatback frame structure may break and separate from the seat.
The fix. The driver"s seatback frame will be replaced with a modified seatback frame at no charge. The upholstery material and any repairs to the other seats are not included.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: interior systems; seatbacks.consequences of defect: this separation or breakage can result in twisting orrearward leaning of the seatback thus potentially reducing the support to thedrivers upper torso. If the separation occurs while the vehicle is in motion,the driver may lose control or visibility, and an accident may result.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 83V006000
- Manufacturer
- SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
- Report received
- January 1, 1983
- Owners notified
- April 25, 1983
- Built
- Aug 1, 1979 – Mar 1, 1980
- Units affected
- 84,253
- Initiated by
- an NHTSA defect investigation
Affected vehicles
- Subaru Subaru: 1980
Related NHTSA investigations
- EA82033 – Seatback failure
Is your car affected? Only a VIN check tells you whether a specific vehicle is included and still unrepaired – use NHTSA's lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call the manufacturer. Recall repairs are free.