If the components overheat, the wiper motor bottom cover may melt and potentially catch fire.

Visibility/Wiper

Date Announced
MAR 05, 2013
Vehicles Affected
16
Subaru Recall #
WVV-32
NHTSA Campaign #
13V078000
Summary
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.
Actions
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.
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