Issue ID | 1583573 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11232866 |
Manufacurer | Subaru of America, Inc. |
Brand | SUBARU |
Model | FORESTER |
Model Year | 2016 |
File date | 18/09/18 |
Component | STEERING |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Key stuck in ignition carmust be left unlocked with key in it when parked - this creates a safety problem because car can be stolen or intruder can come into car. Dealer acknowledged it is a known problem and had a revised part 35122fj033 to fix the problem. Despite being a known design defect with safety implications there is no recall and the consumer must pay the $400 for the repair. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 45000 |
Number of Occurences | |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | BRIGHTON, MI |
VIN pattern | JF2SJARC8GHXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
Was part original equipment? | |
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Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 0 |
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