NHTSA Complaint #11477991 — 2022 SUBARU BRZ

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11477991
Vehicle	2022 SUBARU BRZ
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	August 6, 2022
Date Filed	August 7, 2022
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	FL

Consumer Description

Found traces of silicone in my engine. Checked the dipstick out of curiosity and found silicone or RTV sealant. The car only has 500 miles on it. Will do oil change after break in period of Subaru’s recommended 1000 miles and will have them check the oil pan filter for more RTV…

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