NHTSA recall 98V035000
Vehicle Speed Control · Subaru of America, Inc.
February 20, 1998report date
61,115units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: The throttle shaft ball bearing on the sensor side of the throttle body assembly was not installed in certain throttle bodies.
Why it matters: Operation of a vehicle with a missing throttle shaft bearing can eventuallly lead to an incomplete return of the throttle valve resulting in a high idling condition.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the throttle body and replace the throttle assembly if the bearing is missing.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
1997 Subaru Legacy, 1997 Subaru Outback.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 98V035000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.