Recall 15V502000 — POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT Defect in 2015-2016 SUBARU OUTBACK
RECALL This recall affects up to 2,893 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 15V502000 |
| Manufacturer | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| Vehicles Affected | 2,893 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
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.
Safety 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.
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