Subaru Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #08V460000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V460000 by Subaru Of America, Inc.. Includes 16,715 affected units, ENGINE OIL SUPPLY PIPE, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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 began on october 20, 2008. owners may contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V460000
Manufacturer: Subaru Of America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2008-09-11T00:00:00
Subject: Engine oil supply pipe
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling
Potentially Affected Units: 16,715

Details

MFR Campaign Number: WVF-16
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: 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.
Consequence Summary: Vibration would 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.
Corrective Action: 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 began on october 20, 2008. owners may 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-yqxy~ie76~4a83
NHTSA ID: 08V460000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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