Component
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Manufacturer
Subaru of America, Inc.
What Happened
The electronic stability control system in your vehicle is a safety feature that helps you stay stable on the road. In some 2015 Subaru Legacy and Outback models, the brake fluid might be too moist, which could affect how well this system works.
Risk if Unfixed
If the electronic stability control system fails, you could lose control of your vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Subaru dealer will replace your brake fluid with fresh, dry fluid, and activate the anti-lock brakes to make sure they're working properly – all for free.
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Original — What Happened
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2015 Legacy and Outback vehicles manufactured on July 20, 2015. The brake fluid used in these vehicles may contain excess moisture which may adversely affect the performance of the electronic stability control system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Poor performance of the electronic stability control system when it is activated may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will perform an ABS activation, then flush and replace the brake fluid, free of charge. The recall began on May 20, 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTC-64.
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