Recall 04V473000: Oil Flow Control Valve Leakage

Make / Models : Model/Build Years:

Subaru / Baja 2004

Subaru / Forester 2004

Subaru / Impreza 2004

MANUFACTURER: Subaru of America, Inc.

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V473000 Recall Date : SEP 27, 2004

COMPONENT: Engine and Engine Cooling

Potential Number Of Units Affected : 26

SUMMARY:
On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, the cover bolts for the engine oil control valve may not be sufficiently tightened, allowing oil to leak from around the cover gasket.

CONSEQUENCE:
If leaking oil contacts components operating at high temperatures, a fire could result in the engine compartment.

REMEDY:
Dealers will inspect and retighten the oil-flow control valve cover bolts. The recall began on October 8, 2004. Owners should contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783.

NOTES:
Subaru Recall NO. WWU-05. Customers can also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).