Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Manufacturer
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
What Happened
The oil supply pipe in your vehicle connects the oil to the engine. In some 2007-2009 Subaru models, this pipe might not be assembled correctly, which could cause problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If the pipe is misassembled, it could crack and start leaking oil. Leaking oil could catch fire in the engine compartment, especially if it comes into contact with hot components.
Free Fix
Your Subaru dealer will inspect the pipe for any damage or leaks, then install a reinforced bracket and replace the pipe with a stronger one – all free of charge.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
SUBARU IS RECALLING 16,715 MY 2007-2008 LEGACY SEDANS AND WAGONS, MY 2008 IMPREZA SEDANS AND WAGONS, AND MY 2009 FORESTER VEHICLES. SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE THE CYLINDER HEAD-SIDE OIL SUPPLY PIPE AND TURBOCHARGER-SIDE PIPE IMPROPERLY ASSEMBLED.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
VIBRATION WOULD OCCUR WHILE DRIVING AND, OVER TIME, COULD EVENTUALLY RESULT IN CRACKING THE PIPE WHICH WOULD ALLOW OIL TO LEAK. IF LEAKING OIL CONTACTS COMPONENTS OPERATING AT HIGH TEMPERATURES, AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR CRACKING OR AN OIL LEAK AT THE OIL SUPPLY PIPE AT THE CYLINDER HEAD-SIDE. AN ADDITIONAL BRACKET WILL BE INSTALLED TO INCREASE RIGIDITY OF THE PIPE AND THE PIPE ASSEMBLY WILL BE REPLACED WITH A MODIFIED PART. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 20, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUBARU AT 1-800-782-2783.
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