2016 Subaru Outback | 2015 Subaru Outback | 2015 Subaru Legacy | 2016 Subaru Legacy — Power train: automatic transmission
Published August 10, 2015 · Recall initiated: August 10, 2015
Summary
NHTSA records recall 15V502000, published August 10, 2015. Recalling firm: Subaru of America, Inc.; 2016 Subaru Outback | 2015 Subaru Outback | 2015 Subaru Legacy | 2016 Subaru Legacy — Power train: automatic transmission.
What's the hazard
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015 and 2016 model year Subaru Legacy 4-Door and Outback vehicles manufactured July 3, 2015, to July 27, 2015. Transmission oil may leak from a deformed seal cap on the propeller shaft yoke.
What to do
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the propeller shaft, free of charge. The recall began on August 28, 2015. Owners may contact 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WQU-56.
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Recall details
- Brand
- SUBARU
- Model
- OUTBACK
- Manufacturer
- Subaru of America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2016 SUBARU OUTBACK | 2015 SUBARU OUTBACK | 2015 SUBARU LEGACY | 2016 SUBARU LEGACY
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2016 Subaru Outback | 2015 Subaru Outback | 2015 Subaru Legacy | 2016 Subaru Legacy — Power train: automatic transmission recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 15V502000 on August 10, 2015. Reported hazard: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015 and 2016 model year Subaru Legacy 4-Door and Outback vehicles manufactured July 3, 2015, to July 27, 2015. Transmission oil may leak from a deformed seal cap on the propeller shaft yoke.
What should I do if I have this product?
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the propeller shaft, free of charge. The recall began on August 28, 2015. Owners may contact 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WQU-56.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: SUBARU. Model: OUTBACK.