Thule Inc has announced that they are recalling certain owner installed roof mounted fit kits, models 3068 and 3069, manufactured between January 1, 2008 and February 28, 2009 that are used with Thule Podium foot packs, models 460 and 460R.  These kits were sold as aftermarket equipment for use on vehicles listed above.  The bolt(s) used to secure the foot to the vehicle was manufactured to a hardness that may cause the bolt(s) to be brittle and potentially break under stress.

This may result in the bolt(s) snapping off during use or without a load.  The unsecured rack and load could then come loose while driving creating a potential road hazzard, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.  Thule will mail a retro fit kit along with repair instructions to owners free of charge.  The safety recall is expected to begin during April 2009.  Owners may contact Thule at 1-800-238-2388.

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Subaru has announced that they will be recalling certain models of the 2008 through 2009 Tribeca passenger vehicles.  They stated that the vehicle dynamic control (VDC) G-sensor was improperly installed.   This sensor is designed to be mounted in a forward facing direction may have been installed backwards during production.

If the sensor was improperly installed, vehicle handling charecteristics during hard braking, sudden turns or other quick manuevers could cause the vehicle to react in an unexpected manner or result in unstable handling.  Under extreme conditions, the dreiver could lose control of the vehicle and a crash could occur.

Dealers will inspect the position of the VDC G-sensor.  If the sensor is found to be installed correctly, no further action is needed.  If the sensor is found to be installed incorrectly (backwards), the sensor will be removed and reinstalled in the correct position.  The VDC system sill also be reprogrammed to ensure proper operation.  The recall is expected to begin on or about December 19 2008.  Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783.

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Subaru has announced that they will be recalling certain models of the 2007 through 2008 Subaru Legacy Sedans and Wagons, 2008 Impreza Sedans and Wagons, and 2009 Forester vehicles.  They stated that some vehicles may have the cylinder head side oil supply pipe and turbocharger side pipe improperly assembled.

Vibration would occur while driving and, over time, could eventually result in cracking the pipe which would allow oil to leak.  If leaking oil contacts components operating at high temperatures, an engine compartment fire could result.

Dealers will inspect for cracking or an oil leak at the oil supply pipe at the cylinder head side.  An additional bracket will be installed to increase rigidity of the pipe and the pipe assembly will be replaced with a modified part.  The recall is expected to begin during November 2008.  Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783.

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Subaru has announced that they will be recalling certain models of the 2007 through 2008 Legacy Sedan and Wagon, 2008 Impreza Sedan and Wagon, and 2009 Forester.  They stated that some vehicles may have may have the cylinder head side oil supply pipe and turbocharger side pipe improperly assembled.

Vibration would occur while driving, and over time could eventually result in cracking the pipe, which would allow oil to leak.  If leaking oil contacts components operating at high temperatures, an engine compartment fire could occur.

Dealers will inspect for cracking or an oil leak at the oil supply pipe at the cylinder head side.  An additional bracket will be installed to increase rigidity of the pipe and the pipe assembly will be replaced with a modified part.  The recall is expected to begin during November 2008.  Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783.

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Subaru has announced that they will be recalling certain models of the 2007 through 2008 Legacy Sedan and Wagon, 2008 Impreza Sedan and Wagon, and 2009 Forester.  They stated that some vehicles may have may have the cylinder head side oil supply pipe and turbocharger side pipe improperly assembled.

Vibration would occur while driving, and over time could eventually result in cracking the pipe, which would allow oil to leak.  If leaking oil contacts components operating at high temperatures, an engine compartment fire could occur.

Dealers will inspect for cracking or an oil leak at the oil supply pipe at the cylinder head side.  An additional bracket will be installed to increase rigidity of the pipe and the pipe assembly will be replaced with a modified part.  The recall is expected to begin during November 2008.  Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783.

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Subaru’s Parent company Fuji Heavy Industries, has announced that they will be recalling certain models of the R2, R1 and and other 660cc vehicles manufactured between November 2003 and July 2007 sold in Japan. They stated they have faulty gluing of anti vibration rubber that could cause the engine to cut out. No accident shave been reported as of yet.

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