Recall 16V060000: 2012 Subaru B9 Tribeca, 2006–2014 Subaru Tribeca

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Feb 3, 2016
Vehicles affected
77,017
Models
2
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Tribeca vehicles manufactured November 16, 2004, to January 27, 2014. Due to a possible malfunction of the hood safety system and hood lock system, the hood may open unexpectedly while driving.

The risk

If the hood unexpectedly opens while driving, it may interfere with the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will complete this recall in two phases. Phase one will involve inspection, cleaning, and lubricating the hood safety and hood lock systems. If after this is performed the hood latch does not operate properly, it will be replaced with a new current style part. Phase two will involve installing an improved hood safety system and hood lock system. Interim notification was mailed March 4, 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WQX-59 (phase one) and WQY-60 (phase two).

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Details

NHTSA campaign
16V060000
Manufacturer campaign
WQX-59 and WQY-60
Manufacturer
Subaru of America, Inc.
Owner letters
Sep 6, 2016
Components
Latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch (Body & Structure); Structure:body:hood (Body & Structure)

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