Recall
Subaru Legacy — 13V078000
NHTSA ID
13V078000
Make
Subaru
Model
Legacy
Years Affected
2012
Recall Date
2013-03-05
Component
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Units Affected
16
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
WVV-32
Summary
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.
Consequence
If the components overheat, the wiper motor bottom cover may melt and potentially catch fire.
Remedy
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.