Subaru is recalling certain model year 2012 Outback and Legacy vehicles manufactured from April 6, 2011, through May 12, 2011. Components inside the wiper motor bottom cover may overheat.
Subaru of America – Wiper Motor Bottom Cover Melting
| Report Received Date | 03/05/2013 |
| NHTSA ID | 13V078000 |
| Consequence Summary | If the components overheat, the wiper motor bottom cover may melt and potentially catch fire. |
| Corrective Action | Subaru has notified all affected owners, and dealers will replace the front wiper motor bottom cover assembly free of charge. The safety recall began February 22, 2013. Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783. |
| Recall Code | WVV-32 |
| Potentially Affected | 16 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=13V078000) |
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