A loose nut can lead to a lost of retention in the CVT select lever cable and the gear selector not functioning properly, increasing risk of crash.

Power Train — Shift Linkage/Cable/Rod

Date Announced

JAN 26, 2021

Vehicles Affected

383

Subaru Recall #

WRA-21

NHTSA Campaign #

21V024000

Summary

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2021 Outback and Impreza vehicles. The continuously variable transmission (CVT) select lever cable nut may not have been tightened properly, allowing the nut to loosen.

Actions

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and, if necessary, tighten the nut, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRA-21.

Documents (11)

• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Date: January 21, 2021 New STOP SALE/Subaru Safety Recall: WRA-21 CVT Select Lever Cable Nut Low Torque
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2021-2
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Date: February 4, 2021 UPDATE - STOP SALE/Subaru Safety Recall: WRA-21 CVT Select Lever Cable Nut Low Torque Owner Notification Owner notification letters will be mailed on February 12, 2021.
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2021-1
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2021-3
• Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2021-4