Issue ID | 1303771 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10891739 |
Manufacurer | Subaru of America, Inc. |
Brand | SUBARU |
Model | OUTBACK |
Model Year | 2015 |
File date | 29/07/16 |
Component | UNKNOWN OR OTHER |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | I was forced to replace a 2nd failed wheel bearing (left front wheel) on my 2015 subaru outback 4cyl. Limited after 35270 miles today 29july2016. The first failed wheel bearing to be replaced occurred on 15january2016 involving the left rear wheel. In both cases abnormal noise levels while driving from the respective involved corners of the car lead me contact to dealer to confirm suspicions of potential wheel bearing failure in the making. Both bearings were replaced under warrantee conditions and i am for the most part satisfied with the repairs performed. However, having two bearings fail that normally could be expected to last the life of the car leads me to conclude that there is a batch of defective bearings produced for subaru that may also be found on other cars assembled approximately the same time my car was made in december 2014 at subaru's indiana assembly plant. I feel this is worth a further investigation by your organization as most consumers probably don't have a clue what a failing wheel bearing sounds like and more likely have no idea how potentially dangerous it is to ignore to warning signs to their detriment. The subaru dealer to contact regarding my specific car is metric auto sales, inc., 1767 east jericho turnpike, huntington, ny 11743 (631) 499-6777 |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 35270 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | FLUSHING, NY |
VIN pattern | 4S4BSANC3F3XXXXXX |
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 |
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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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