NHTSA (USA)Critical
2012 SUBARU LEGACYNHTSA Campaign #13V078000
The official notice
Defect
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.
Safety Risk
If the components overheat, the wiper motor bottom cover may melt and potentially catch fire.
Remedy
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.
16 vehicles affectedMfr ref: WVV-32Updated June 10, 2026