SUBARU IMPREZA 2021: POWER TRAIN:SHIFT LINKAGE/CABLE/ROD

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 21V024000

Make Model Year
SUBARU IMPREZA 2021
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2021-02-12 2021-01-26 2021-01-27

Manufacturers Involved: Subaru of America, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: WRA-21

Component: POWER TRAIN:SHIFT LINKAGE/CABLE/ROD

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 383

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Subaru of America, Inc. "Subaru" is recalling certain 2021 Outback and Impreza vehicles. The continuously variable transmission "CVT" select lever cable nut may not have been tightened properly, allowing the nut to loosen.

Consequence

A loose nut can lead to a lost of retention in the CVT select lever cable and the gear selector not functioning properly, increasing risk of crash.

Remedy

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and, if necessary, tighten the nut, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRA-21.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.