Subaru Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #04V473000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 04V473000 by Subaru Of America, Inc.. Includes 26 affected units, SUBARU/OIL FLOW CONTROL VALVE, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, the cover bolts for the engine oil control valve may not be sufficiently tightened, allowing oil to leak from around the cover gasket.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and retighten the oil-flow control valve cover bolts. the recall began on october 8, 2004. owners should contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 04V473000

Manufacturer: Subaru Of America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2004-10-01T00:00:00

Subject: Subaru/oil flow control valve

Component: Engine And Engine Cooling

Potentially Affected Units: 26

Details

MFR Campaign Number: WWU-05

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, the cover bolts for the engine oil control valve may not be sufficiently tightened, allowing oil to leak from around the cover gasket.

Consequence Summary: If leaking oil contacts components operating at high temperatures, a fire could result in the engine compartment.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect and retighten the oil-flow control valve cover bolts. the recall began on october 8, 2004. owners should contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-fmu6~4687_3rwb

NHTSA ID: 04V473000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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