NHTSA Complaint #11510945 — 2016 SUBARU OUTBACK POWER TRAIN

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11510945
Vehicle	2016 SUBARU OUTBACK
Component	POWER TRAIN
Date of Incident	February 17, 2023
Date Filed	March 9, 2023
Mileage	74,315 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	VA

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2016 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be serviced; however, while the mechanic was inspecting the vehicle, he noticed oil splatter inside the engine compartment. The vehicle was diagnosed with an oil leak. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the oil warning light illuminated. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V502000 (Power Train). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 74,315.

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