NHTSA recall 23V-647 (23V647000)
power train recall reported September 21, 2023 - about 4,311 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 23V647000
- Also written as
- 23V-647
- Manufacturer number
- WRN-23
- Reported
- September 21, 2023
- Vehicles affected
- ~4,311
- Component
- power train
What is being recalled
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2023 Outback, Legacy, Ascent, and Impreza vehicles. The center support bolts for the driveshaft may loosen, resulting in the disconnection of the front end of the driveshaft.
Why it is dangerous
Separation of the front end of the driveshaft increases the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will clean the bolt mounting surfaces of the center support brace and install new bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 20, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRN-23.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 23V-647 when calling a dealer.
Affected 3 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.