Recall 09V277000: Fuel Pump Bracket Replacement

VEHICLE MAKE/MODEL: MODEL YEAR(S):

Subaru/Baja 2005-2006

MANUFACTURER: Subaru of America, Inc.

MFR'S REPORT DATE: July 16, 2009

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 09V277000

NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: EA09007

COMPONENT: Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery: Fuel Pump

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 15633

SUMMARY:
Subaru is recalling 15,633 M/Y 2005-2006 Baja vehicles. Cracks may develop in the fuel hose connection on the outlet pressure side of the fuel pump.

CONSEQUENCE:
Fuel can leak from the hose connection. A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

REMEDY:
Dealers will replace the fuel pump bracket including all nipples with a new and stronger design part. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during September 2009. Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783.

NOTES:
Subaru recall No. WVJ-20. Owners may also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.