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2016 SUBARU LEGACY Recalled by Subaru of America, Inc. — POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

Date: November 24, 2015
Company: Subaru of America, Inc.
Status: Ongoing
Source: NHTSA

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

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.

Affected Products

2016 SUBARU LEGACY. Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2016 Legacy vehicles manufactured October 24, 2015, to November 16, 2015, and Outback vehicles manufactured October 24, 2015, to November 17, 2015. Due to the improper tightening of the securing nuts, the drive shaft may separate from the rear differential.

Why Was This Recalled?

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.

Where Was This Sold?

Nationwide

About Subaru of America, Inc.

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Data sourced from the NHTSA. Last updated March 27, 2026. View original report