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Subaru - Drive shaft may detach from differential
Official notice
24 Nov 2015
Last checked
24 Nov 2015
An official NHTSA notice concerns Subaru - Drive shaft may detach from differential. If the drive shaft detaches from the rear differential, it may strike the fuel tank and result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire. Published 2015-11-24.
What to do now
Subaru has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the fastening nuts, and tighten or replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on december 10, 2015. Owners may contact subaru customer service at 1-856-488-8500. Subaru's number for this recall is wqv-57.
Units affected
3,251
Recall number
WQV-57
Official notice
2015-11-24
The hazard
The hazard
If the drive shaft detaches from the rear differential, it may strike the fuel tank and result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
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Brand: Subaru. Contact: Subaru of America, Inc..
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