Recall 13V-077
Subaru of America, Inc. recalled the 2012 Subaru Legacy and 1 other model: Visibility (sun/moon roof assembly).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 13V-077
- Reported
- March 5, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 14 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Subaru is recalling certain model year 2012 Outback and Legacy vehicles manufactured from April 6, 2011, through May 12, 2011. The moonroof glass may come loose or detach. The amount and position of the adhesive between the glass and retainer was inadequately applied.
The risk
The moonroof glass can loosen and detach from the vehicle during driving, resulting in a potential road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Subaru has notified the affected owners, and dealers will inspect the glass adhesion condition and either apply additional adhesive or replace the moonroof glass, free of charge. The safety recall began February 22, 2013. Owners may contact Subaru at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Subaru's recall campaign number is WVW-33.This is an expansion of NHTSA recall 11V-467.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Subaru Legacy 2012
- Subaru Outback 2012