2012 Subaru Legacy, Outback recall: Visibility/wiper
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 13V078000
- Reported
- March 5, 2013
- Manufacturer
- Subaru of America, Inc.
- Part
- Visibility/wiper
- Vehicles affected
- About 16
What is wrong
Subaru is recalling certain model year 2012 Outback and Legacy vehicles manufactured from April 6, 2011, through May 12, 2011. Components inside the wiper motor bottom cover may overheat.
Safety risk
If the components overheat, the wiper motor bottom cover may melt and potentially catch fire.
The fix
Subaru has notified all affected owners, and dealers will replace the front wiper motor bottom cover assembly free of charge. The safety recall began February 22, 2013. Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
Subaru's recall campaign number is WVV-32.This is an expansion of NHTSA recall 11V-469.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Subaru Legacy (2012); Subaru Outback (2012). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
If the components overheat, the wiper motor bottom cover may melt and potentially catch fire.
What is the fix?
Subaru has notified all affected owners, and dealers will replace the front wiper motor bottom cover assembly free of charge. The safety recall began February 22, 2013. Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.