Delphi TA1812 Steering Tie Rod End - Outer

Delphi TA1812 Front Outer Tie Rod End

Delphi TA1812 is a standard replacement steering tie rod end built for front outer applications on select Subaru and Saab vehicles. It combines a steel housing and steel tie rod with a coated finish, pre-greased construction, and a dust boot to support consistent steering response.

Key Features

• Part number TA1812 for front outer steering service
• Fits Subaru Ascent, Crosstrek, Forester, Legacy, Outback, WRX, WRX STI, Impreza, Tribeca, XV Crosstrek, Baja, and Saab 9-2X applications listed below
• Pre-greased design with no grease fitting included
• Dust boot included with chloroprene rubber material
• Steel housing and steel tie rod with coated finish
• Clockwise thread direction on both ends
• Mounting hardware included

Detailed Description

Delphi TA1812 is engineered as an OE-style steering tie rod end for front outer use, with dimensional and material analysis focused on fit and compatibility with the original steering layout. Delphi validates its steering components through temperature exposure below -40 degrees C and above 120 degrees C, along with extended salt-spray testing to help verify durability in demanding conditions. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES3712 for the same application.

For Subaru and Saab steering repairs, TA1812 supports precise outer tie rod replacement where wear can affect alignment and steering feel. It is a straight, non-adjustable, non-greaseable design with a plastic bearing material and threaded stud type, making it a direct service part for the listed vehicles.

What It Helps Fix

• Loose or wandering steering feel
• Clunking or play at the front outer steering linkage
• Uneven tire wear caused by worn steering joints
• Steering vibration from excessive tie rod end movement
• Alignment issues after steering component wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 2022-2023 Subaru Ascent, front outer; 2016-2023 Subaru Crosstrek, outer; 2022-2023 Subaru Forester, front outer; 2020-2023 Subaru Legacy, outer; 1993-2014 Subaru Legacy, outer; 2020-2023 Subaru Outback, outer; 2000-2014 Subaru Outback, outer; 2021-2023 Subaru WRX, front outer; 2019-2021 Subaru Ascent, outer; 1998-2021 Subaru Forester, outer; 2021 Subaru WRX STI, front outer; 2013-2020 Subaru WRX, outer; 2013-2020 Subaru WRX STI, outer; 1993-2016 Subaru Impreza, outer; 2013-2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek, outer; 2008-2014 Subaru Tribeca, outer; 2006-2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca, outer; 2005-2006 Subaru 9-2X, outer; 2003-2006 Subaru Baja, outer.

After installation, a professional wheel alignment is recommended to restore steering geometry. Verify thread direction, stud fit, and position before service, and inspect the mating steering components for wear before final assembly.

Quality Assurance

Delphi applies OE-focused engineering and testing to its aftermarket steering portfolio, including extreme temperature exposure and salt-spray validation. The TA1812 is built as a standard replacement part with OE-style dimensional control for the listed applications.