NHTSA recall campaign
15V502000
ManufacturerSubaru of America, Inc.Reported2015-08-10Affected2,893 vehicles
What was wrong
Defect
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.
Risk
If the transmission oil leaks onto the exhaust pipe, there is a possible risk of fire.
Manufacturer 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.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →