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Subaru Legacy Recalled

Subaru of America, Inc.

Models: Subaru Legacy Year: 2001

Number Involved: 3,627

Dates of Manufacture: October - November 2000

Defect: On these passenger vehicles, certain manually-adjustable (non-powered) inner front seat rails may have been improperly welded. In the event of a crash, the seat rail could break, injuring the occupant.

Remedy: Dealers will replace these inner front seat-rails. The manufacturer has reported that owner notification was to begin during March 2001. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783.

[NHTSA Recall No. 01V034]