Subaru Recall
Information
Last Updated
December, 2008
SEPTEMBER 2008 -- Subaru
is recalling 16,715 MY
2007-2008 Legacy sedans and
wagons, MY 2008 Impreza
sedans and wagons, and MY
2009 Forester vehicles. Some
vehicles may have the
cylinder head-side oil
supply pipe and
turbocharger-side pipe
improperly assembled.
Vibration could occur while
driving and, over time,
could eventually result in
cracking the pipe which
would allow oil to leak. If
leaking oil contacts
components operating at high
temperatures, an engine
compartment fire could
occur. Dealers will inspect
for cracking or an oil leak
at the oil supply pipe at
the cylinder head-side. An
additional bracket will be
installed to increase
rigidity of the pipe and the
pipe assembly will be
replaced with a modified
part. The recall is expected
to begin during November
2008. 08V460
MARCH
2008 -- Subaru is recalling
36,791 MY 2002-2003 Impreza
wagons. The stud bolt(s) of
the rear gate stay may have
been tightened with
insufficient tightening
torque and a gap may have
resulted between the rear
gate panel and stud bolt
base. After repeated rear
gate operations (opening and
closing), the rear gate
inner panel at the welding
nut may break, which will
lead to detachment of the
rear gate stay, and the rear
gate dropping down. In case
someone is underneath or
near the rear gate, there is
a possibility that a
dropping rear gate panel may
hit them increasing the risk
of injuries. Dealers will
inspect to see if there is
any gap at the stud bolt of
the rear gate stay
installation. If a gap is
found, the stud bolt will be
removed to check for damage
to the welding nut. If the
weld nut is cracked, the
rear gate stay will be
replaced. The recall is
expected to begin on or
before June 2, 2008. Owners
may contact Subaru at
1-800-782-2783. Subaru
Recall No. WVD-14. 08V-135
