| Component | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| Mfr Report Date | 20190517 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 22V485000 |
| Summary | Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Outback and Legacy vehicles. A programming error in the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) may allow the clutch to engage before the drive chain is completely clamped. |
| Consequence | An improperly secured drive chain may slip and break, causing a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Dealers will reprogram the TCU, inspect TCU data for chain slip, and visually inspect the chain guide. If evidence of chain slippage or damage is found, the transmission will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 24, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRK-22. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 21V-955. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov. |
Data updated January 2023
2021 Subaru Legacy Recall FAQs (show)
Q: Does the 2021 Subaru Legacy have any vehicle recalls?
A: Yes, the 2021 Subaru Legacy has atleast 2 recalls.Q: What are the 2021 Subaru Legacy recalls?
A: The 2021 Subaru Legacy recalls include: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM).
A: Yes, the 2021 Subaru Legacy has atleast 2 recalls.Q: What are the 2021 Subaru Legacy recalls?
A: The 2021 Subaru Legacy recalls include: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM).