Recall 15V-502
Subaru of America, Inc. recalled the 2015 to 2016 Subaru Legacy and 1 other model: Power train (automatic transmission); Power train (driveline, driveshaft).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 15V-502
- Reported
- August 10, 2015
- Vehicles affected
- 2,893 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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.
The risk
If the transmission oil leaks onto the exhaust pipe, there is a possible risk of fire.
The fix
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-[removed]. Subaru's number for this recall is WQU-56.
Notes from the manufacturer
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 2015 to 2016
- Subaru Outback 2015 to 2016