NHTSA recall 22V-485 (22V485000)
power train recall reported July 8, 2022 - about 182 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 22V485000
- Also written as
- 22V-485
- Manufacturer number
- WRK-22
- Reported
- July 8, 2022
- Vehicles affected
- ~182
- Component
- power train
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
An improperly secured drive chain may slip and break, causing a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 22V-485 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.