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Recall 08V-460

SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. recalled the 2009 Subaru Forester and 2 other models: Engine and engine cooling (engine).

At a glance

Campaign number
08V-460
Reported
September 11, 2008
Vehicles affected
16,715 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Subaru is recalling 16,715 my 2007-2008 legacy sedans and wagons, my 2008 impreza sedans and wagons, and my 2009 forester vehicles. Some vehicles may have the cylinder head-side oil supply pipe and turbocharger-side pipe improperly assembled.

The risk

Vibration would occur while driving and, over time, could eventually result in cracking the pipe which would allow oil to leak. If leaking oil contacts components operating at high temperatures, an engine compartment fire could occur.

The fix

Dealers will inspect for cracking or an oil leak at the oil supply pipe at the cylinder head-side. An additional bracket will be installed to increase rigidity of the pipe and the pipe assembly will be replaced with a modified part. The recall began on october 20, 2008. Owners may contact subaru at 1-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Subaru recall no. Wvf-16.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles