Recall 10V196000: 2010 Subaru Legacy, 2010 Subaru Outback
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- May 7, 2010
- Vehicles affected
- 29,443
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Subaru is recalling certain model year 2010 outback and legacy passenger vehicles manufactured from july 31 through december 1, 2009. A crack or split can occur in the cvt cooler hose resulting in a fluid leak.
The risk
If the fluid is completely leaked during driving, the vehicle will come to a stop, possibly resulting in a crash.
The fix
Subaru will notify owners and dealers will replace any affected cooler hoses free of charge. The safety recall began on june 8, 2010. Owners may contact subaru at 1-800-subaru3 (1-800-782-2783).
Notes
Subaru's recall campaign number is wvq-27.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 10V196000
- Manufacturer campaign
- WVQ-27
- Manufacturer
- SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
- Owner letters
- Jun 8, 2010
- Components
- Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:hoses/lines/piping/fittings (Engine)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology