| Issue ID | 1600018 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11254750 |
| Manufacurer | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| Brand | SUBARU |
| Model | OUTBACK |
| Model Year | 2005 |
| File date | 28/07/19 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | I have a 2005 subaru outback that had a recall for break line rusting. Recall #wqk-47. The breaks no longer work do to being completely rusted out. The dealer tells me the repair is impossible to complete and therefore the car is inoperable. The dealer and corporate subaru claim that they have no obligation to repair, replace or reimburse for this car. I believe the rusted breaks are covered by the recall and the car is inoperable solely because of the breaks. Is subaru legally obligated to correct this issue or not? |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 158000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | RALEIGH, NC |
| VIN pattern | 4S4BP67C754XXXXXX |
| 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 | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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