Investigation EA97010: 1994–1996 Subaru Impreza

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Apr 30, 1997

Closed

Dec 23, 1998

Model years

1994–1996

Subject

Oversensitive air bag deployment

Component: Air bags

Summary

In its letter dated december 21, 1998, subaru stated that the vehicles identified above will be recalled.subaru dealers will remove the front towing/tie-down hooks.refer to nhtsa recall no. 98v-315 for details.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 1996 Subaru Impreza20 complaints
• 1995 Subaru Impreza46 complaints
• 1994 Subaru Impreza8 complaints