Recall 02V-079
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. recalled the 2002 Subaru Legacy and 1 other model: Service brakes, hydraulic (foundation components, master cylinder).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 02V-079
- Reported
- March 12, 2002
- Vehicles affected
- 1,252 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles, the brake master cylinders may not function properly in ambient temperatures below freezing 32 degrees fahrenheit and lower).
The risk
At these temperatures, the brakes may not release after being applied, even when the driver's foot is no longer on the brake pedal. This can occur withour prior warning, possibly resulting in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the master cylinders. Owner notification began march 21, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact subaru at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Subaru Legacy 2002
- Subaru Outback 2002