NHTSA 15V502000 United States
Subaru Legacy recall: Power Train:driveline:driveshaft
Official safety recall 15V502000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Campaign15V502000
ComponentPower Train:driveline:driveshaft
Report date2015-08-10
ManufacturerSubaru of America, Inc.
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Subaru Outback | 2015 | United States |
| Subaru Outback | 2016 | United States |
| Subaru Legacy | 2015 | United States |
| Subaru Legacy | 2016 | United States |
The problem
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.
If the transmission oil leaks onto the exhaust pipe, there is a possible risk of fire.
The official remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the propeller shaft, free of charge. The recall began on August 28, 2015. Owners may contact 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WQU-56.