NHTSA recall 10V196000
Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system › Hoses/lines/piping/fittings
Subaru Legacy and 1 more
Reported May 7, 201029,443 vehicles affectedSUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.Maker’s number WVQ-27Built Jul 31, 2009 – Dec 1, 2009
The defect
Subaru IS recalling certain model year 2010 outback and legacy passenger vehicles manufactured from july 31 through december 1, 2009. a crack or split can occur in the cvt cooler hose resulting in a fluid leak.
The risk
If the fluid IS completely leaked during driving, the vehicle will come to a stop, possibly resulting in a crash.
The remedy
Subaru will notify owners and dealers will replace any affected cooler hoses free of charge. the safety recall began on june 8, 2010. owners may contact subaru at 1-800-subaru3 (1-800-782-2783).