Some recalls are safety related while others may pertain to minor issues. Either way most manufacturers will alert the public via a press release. An Official Safety Recall Notice, which provides details about the problem as well as instructions on the best way to handle it, is sent to owners who may be impacted. What can make recalls confusing to the consumer is that very often recalls are not applicable to all vehicles on the road. Usually the issues are limited to a specific model produced within a certain time period or with a certain feature.
In the
event that unexpected conditions
that affect performance or proper operation do occur, Subaru will make
every effort to notify you and provide recommended actions to rectify
the situation. Subaru drivers are also provided the tools at MySubaru.com
to help simplify the process and get them in contact with their local
dealer to resolve any questions. You can also check with us here at Long
Subaru. Simply provide your Subaru VIN # and one of our Service
Advisors will gladly assist you in determining if any outstanding
recalls apply to you.In most cases, since the manufacturer concedes that there was an issue in its vehicle, repairs are done free of charge. The length of the process also depends on the time and type of recall. And while an interruption of your schedule is somewhat unavoidable, Long Subaru has a fleet of new Subaru service loaners to help speed you on your way while the repairs are being done.
As a car owner, the last thing you want to worry about is a recall. Unfortunately, these things do happen, but Subaru has systems in place to protect our customers. And, if you purchased one of our pre-owned vehicles, be assured that Long Subaru does research and follow through on any open recalls prior to re-sale.
The information about a particular car's recall history is often stored by the manufacturer and linked by VIN. Further information about recalls can be found by visiting NHTSA's (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) website and entering your vehicle's make/model/year.
Automotive News recently noted a few 'Oddball Recalls' of bizarre and strange defects that have led automakers to call back their cars for repairs, include a spider infestation and short-circuiting radio.
