NHTSA Campaign 16V060000

STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD

Issued by Subaru of America, Inc. · Reported Feb 3, 2016 · 77,017 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Tribeca vehicles manufactured November 16, 2004, to January 27, 2014. Due to a possible malfunction of the hood safety system and hood lock system, the hood may open unexpectedly while driving.

Consequence

If the hood unexpectedly opens while driving, it may interfere with the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will complete this recall in two phases. Phase one will involve inspection, cleaning, and lubricating the hood safety and hood lock systems. If after this is performed the hood latch does not operate properly, it will be replaced with a new current style part. Phase two will involve installing an improved hood safety system and hood lock system. Interim notification was mailed March 4, 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WQX-59 (phase one) and WQY-60 (phase two).

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
SUBARU B9 TRIBECA 2012 77,017
SUBARU TRIBECA 2006 77,017
SUBARU TRIBECA 2007 77,017
SUBARU TRIBECA 2008 77,017
SUBARU TRIBECA 2009 77,017
SUBARU TRIBECA 2010 77,017
SUBARU TRIBECA 2011 77,017
SUBARU TRIBECA 2013 77,017
SUBARU TRIBECA 2014 77,017

Source: NHTSA Campaign 16V060000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.