Subaru · Canada · Mod
Subaru GL, DL: Structure
Affects Subaru GL, DL · 1976–1977 — about 792 vehicles.
The hazard
On certain vehicles, an assembly jig modification resulted in an increase of clearance between the latch and striker of the back door lock such that there is insufficient engagement of the latch and striker to prevent the back door from opening while the vehicle is in motion.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational