Recall 22V-485
Subaru of America, Inc. recalled the 2020 to 2021 Subaru Legacy and 1 other model: Power train (driveline, chain/belt); Power train (automatic transmission, control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 22V-485
- Reported
- July 8, 2022
- Vehicles affected
- 182 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Outback and Legacy vehicles. A programming error in the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) may allow the clutch to engage before the drive chain is completely clamped.
The risk
An improperly secured drive chain may slip and break, causing a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will reprogram the TCU, inspect TCU data for chain slip, and visually inspect the chain guide. If evidence of chain slippage or damage is found, the transmission will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 24, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-[removed]. Subaru's number for this recall is WRK-22. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 21V-955.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Subaru Legacy 2020 to 2021
- Subaru Outback 2020 to 2021