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Subaru - Hood may open unexpectedly
Official notice
3 Feb 2016
Last checked
3 Feb 2016
An official NHTSA notice concerns Subaru - Hood may open unexpectedly. If the hood unexpectedly opens while driving, it may interfere with the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Published 2016-02-03.
What to do now
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will complete this recall in two phases. Phase one will involve inspection, cleaning, and lubricating the hood safety and hood lock systems. If after this is performed the hood latch does not operate properly, it will be replaced with a new current style part. Phase two will involve installing an improved hood safety system and hood lock system. Interim notification was mailed march 4, 2016. Owners may contact subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is wqx-59 (phase one) and wqy-60 (phase two).
Units affected
77,017
Recall number
WQX-59 and WQY-60
Official notice
2016-02-03
The hazard
The hazard
If the hood unexpectedly opens while driving, it may interfere with the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
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Brand: Subaru. Contact: Subaru of America, Inc..
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