NHTSA Campaign 15V502000
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Issued by Subaru of America, Inc. · Reported Aug 10, 2015 · 2,893 vehicles affected
What's 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.
Consequence
If the transmission oil leaks onto the exhaust pipe, there is a possible risk of fire.
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.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUBARU | LEGACY | 2015 | 2,893 |
| SUBARU | LEGACY | 2016 | 2,893 |
| SUBARU | OUTBACK | 2015 | 2,893 |
| SUBARU | OUTBACK | 2016 | 2,893 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 15V502000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.