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Tuesday, March 17, 2015

Subaru recalls 600,000 vehicles for brake-line corrosion

Subaru recalls 600,000 vehicles for brake-line corrosion


 Subaru Forester, Outback, Legacy and Impreza models are among those affected by the recall. Photo by Subaru


Subaru Forester, Outback, Legacy and Impreza models are among those affected by the recall

Subaru is recalling more than 600,000 vehicles from northern states, built between 2005 and 2014, for a problem with corroding brake lines. According to the NHTSA report, saltwater could splash on the lines through a gap in the fuel-tank protector, resulting in excessive corrosion. If one of them cracks, problems would obviously occur.


Vehicles affected include the 2005-2009 Outback and Legacy, '08-'11 Impreza, '08-'14 WRX/STI and '09-'13 Forester models.



To be included, the vehicles need to be registered in cold-weather, road-salt states. If you live in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin or the District of Columbia, you will probably be receiving a notice soon.


Subaru will inspect the lines for leaks and replace them where necessary. If no seepage occurs, the company will rustproof the areas free of charge.


Concerned owners can call Subaru at (800) 782-2783 or NHTSA at (888) 327-4236.

Autoweek LogoJake Lingeman

Jake Lingeman - Jake Lingeman is Associate Editor at Autoweek, reporting on cars, car tech and the world at large. See more by this author»


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