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2005 Subaru BAJA Steering Linkages Problems, Complaints and Defects

Issue ID	565362
Internal NHTSA #	10139805
Manufacurer	SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Brand	SUBARU
Model	BAJA
Model Year	2005
File date	10/02/05
Component	STEERING:LINKAGES
Product type code	VEHICLE
Description of the problem	This is regarding a 2005 subaru baja turbo, vin #:[xxx]. In service date is 6/9/04. Please know that this vehicle was purchased brand new. In february, 2005 the problem first manifested itself. This is a steering concern. On making a hard right or left hand turn as well as a k turn, the steering column and/or wheel lets a very loud squeal. This sounds like a stuck pig!! When this happens the steering becomes very hard to maneuver almost as though it went back to unassisted steering. After the turn is completed the steering returns to normal. This problem has been brought to the attention of the local dealer on at least five occasions. The last time he kept the vehicle for a day and a half and gave me a loaner. Because it didn't "squeal" for them they say they have no way to make a diagnosis and/or repair. For a vehicle that was purchased brand new i find this situation unacceptable. I am fearful the steering could go out at any moment when driving on a highway, or anywhere for that matter, and could cause a accident for myself or other motorists. The subaru corporation has offered nothing in the way of solutions.jb update 07/18/2012 js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6)
Vehicle Mileage at Failure	5000
Number of Occurences	25
Source of the issue	NHTSA WEB SITE
City and State	UNION, NJ
VIN pattern	4S4BT63C255XXXXXX
Was vehicle invloved in a crash?	N
Was vehicle involved in a fire?	N
Was incedent reported to police?	N
Was medical attention required?
Was part original equipment?
No. of injured persons	0
No. of fatalities	0
Date of purchase	09/06/04
Was original owner?	Y
Anti-lock brakes	Y
Cruise control	Y
Number of cylinders	4
Drive train type	AWD
Transmission type	AUTO
Vehicle speed	5
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Dealer's name	RICHARD LUCAS SUBARU
Dealer's telephone number	732-636-6500
Dealer's city	AVENEL
Dealer's state code	NJ
Dealer's ZIP code	07001

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2005 Subaru BAJA Steering Linkages Problems, Complaints and Defects, Recalls and Failures

2005 Subaru BAJA Steering Linkages Problems, Complaints and Defects

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