Recall 10V1960: CVT Cooler Line Replacement

VEHICLE MAKE/MODEL: MODEL YEAR(S):

Subaru/Legacy 2010

Subaru/Outback 2010

MANUFACTURER: Subaru of America, Inc.

MFR'S REPORT DATE: May 06, 2010

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V196000

NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A

COMPONENT: Engine and Engine Cooling: Cooling System: Hose

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 29443

SUMMARY:
Subaru is recalling certain model year 2010 Outback and Legacy passenger vehicles manufactured from July 31 through December 1, 2009. A crack or split can occur in the CVT cooler hose resulting in a fluid leak.

CONSEQUENCE:
If the fluid is completely leaked during driving, the vehicle will come to a stop, possibly resulting in a crash.

REMEDY:
Subaru will notify owners and dealers will replace any affected cooler hoses free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about May 21, 2010. Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-SUBARU3 (1-800-782-2783).
NOTES:
Subaru's recall campaign number is WVQ-27. Owners may also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.