1998 Subaru Forester Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1998 Subaru Forester. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 99V040000Mar 3, 1999221,987 vehicles potentially affected
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Master cylinder
  Covers: Subaru Forester 1998–1999, Legacy 1998–1999

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: passenger and sport utility vehicles equipped with anti-lock braking system (abs). (the 1999 2.2 liter legacy vehicles are excluded). In extremely cold weather, the brake pedal goes to the floor and the vehicle stopping distance is increased.

  Possible consequence: This condition causes the vehicle stopping distance to be increased, possibly resulting in a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder.

  Full campaign details →

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