2008 Subaru Outback. Consumer seeks reimbursement from manufacturers catalytic converter defect recall repairs. The consumer stated a few days after purchasing the vehicle, the check engine light illuminated. A local repair shop read the codes and explained to the consumer, the catalytic converter was failing. The consumer learned Subaru had issued a selective recall, only honored in certain states, on the catalytic converter with a reprogramming of the ECM. The consumer paid for the replacement of the catalytic converter. However, she is requesting reimbursement.

- Orrville, OH, USA