Transmission
Defect Summary
Subaru is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 outback and legacy passenger vehicles manufactured from april 28 through june 23, 2010. due to a programming error, a lubrication hole within the 6-speed manual transmission was omitted.
Safety Consequence
If the transmission gears are not properly lubricated, a groaning sound may begin to develop alerting the driver of a problem. If the sound is ignored and no action is taken, the gears will eventually break and this condition will lead to vehicle power loss, possibly resulting in a crash.
Corrective Action
Subaru will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles by drilling an oil lubrication hole and, if necessary, replace the internal parts with new ones free of charge. the safety recall began on july 28, 2010. owners may contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783.
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Other recalls from Subaru Of America, Inc. or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 10V326000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 10V326000?
NHTSA recall 10V326000 was issued by Subaru Of America, Inc. on July 20, 2010. It addresses: Transmission. The recall affects approximately 809 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Subaru Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 10V326000 or the manufacturer campaign number WVS-29. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.