Recall 15V794000

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT

Report Date
20151124
Component
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
Affected Vehicles
2 models

Defect Description

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2016 Legacy vehicles manufactured October 24, 2015, to November 16, 2015, and Outback vehicles manufactured October 24, 2015, to November 17, 2015. Due to the improper tightening of the securing nuts, the drive shaft may separate from the rear differential.

Safety Consequence

If the drive shaft detaches from the rear differential, it may strike the fuel tank and result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Subaru has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the fastening nuts, and tighten or replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 10, 2015. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-856-488-8500. Subaru's number for this recall is WQV-57.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2016 SUBARU LEGACY
2016 SUBARU OUTBACK

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.