NHTSA campaign 13V078000
Subaru of America, Inc. recall 13V078000
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.
Reported 03/05/2013
What can happen
If the components overheat, the wiper motor bottom cover may melt and potentially catch fire.
Repair
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.
Components
- Visibility/wiper
Affected years and models
A listed year and model does not mean every vehicle in that group is recalled. Use the VIN lookup to confirm a specific vehicle.