Recall 02V-240: 2003 Subaru Baja, 2003 Subaru Legacy and 1 more

SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Sep 13, 2002, covering about 555 vehicles.

NHTSA number

02V-240

Report date

Sep 13, 2002

Vehicles affected

555

Owners notified

Sep 12, 2002

The problem

On certain sport utility and passenger vehicles equipped with 4-cylinder engines, the water pump pulley center hole was improperly machined.

The risk

In some instances, the interference fit between the inner wall of the pulley center hole and the water pump drive shaft was not as tight as specified in the drawing specification. This could result in the water pump pulley dislodging from the water pump shaft, which can cause severe engine damage/seizure during vehicle usage.

The fix

Dealers will replace the water pump. Owner notification began september 12, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783.

Notes

Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

Manufacturer	SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Component	Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System
Recall started by	the manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number	02V240000

Vehicles in this recall

Vehicle	Model years
Subaru Baja	2003	All years
Subaru Legacy	2003	All years
Subaru Outback	2003	All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 02V-240?

On certain sport utility and passenger vehicles equipped with 4-cylinder engines, the water pump pulley center hole was improperly machined.

How is recall 02V-240 fixed?

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.