NHTSARecalled Mar 5, 2013 · #13V078000
Wiper Motor Bottom Cover Melting
Hazard
Vehicle safety defect
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Subaru is recalling certain model year 2012 Outback and Legacy vehicles manufactured from April 6, 2011, through May 12, 2011. Components inside the wiper motor bottom cover may overheat. If the components overheat, the wiper motor bottom cover may melt and potentially catch fire.
Product details
- Product
- Wiper Motor Bottom Cover Melting
- 2012 Outback and Legacy
- Type
- Vehicle
- Manufacturer
- Subaru of America, Inc.
- Model numbers
- 2012 Outback
- UPCs
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What you should do
Subaru has notified all affected owners, and dealers will replace the front wiper motor bottom cover assembly free of charge. The safety recall began February 22, 2013. Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783.