Subaru Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #21V955000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 21V955000 by Subaru Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2019-2020 ascent, 2020 legacy and outback vehicles Includes 198,255 affected units, Drive Chain May Break Causing Loss of Drive Power, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2019-2020 ascent, 2020 legacy and outback vehicles
Defect Summary
Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 ascent, 2020 legacy and outback vehicles. a programming error in the transmission control unit (tcu) may allow the clutch to engage before the drive chain is completely clamped.
Corrective Action
Dealers will reprogram the tcu, inspect tcu data for chain slip, and visually inspect the chain guide. if evidence of chain slippage or damage is found, the transmission will be replaced. repairs will be performed free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed august 19, 2022. this recall includes all vehicles previously recalled under 19v-855. vehicles previously recalled under 19v-855 will need to have the new remedy performed for this recall once available. owners may contact subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. subaru's number for this recall is wrk-21.