Is there a fix for outbacks' poor steering, ie ... wandering, not returning to center, etc. Dealer says it's nornal, but that doesn't make it right!

Asked by heib Apr 29, 2016 at 01:43 PM about the 2012 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

2012 Outback. Since new, vehicle has had inherent hard steering. Constantly have to make corrections, due to fact that it won't return to center, plus harder than normal effort is required in normal driving conditions.

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Mark answered 8 years ago

Did you really say since "NEW"??? Did you take this to the dealership under warranty??

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86,825

Mark answered 8 years ago

I would try another dealer.

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Is there a fix for outbacks' poor steering, ie ... wandering, not returning to center, etc. Dealer says it's nornal, but that doesn't make it right!

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