Recall 82V036000: 1981–1982 Subaru Subaru
- Report received
- Apr 19, 1982
- Manufacturer
- Subaru of america, inc.
- Potentially affected
- 43,300vehicles
- Model years
- 1981–1982
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
The steering wheel nut may have been tightened insufficiently during the assembly process and may loosen and develop play between the steering wheel and the steering shaft. The steering wheel could separate from the steering shaft.
Remedy
Dealer will inspect and retighten the steering wheel nut to torque specifications at no cost to owner.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1981 Subaru Subaru0 complaints
- 1982 Subaru Subaru1 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.