Recall 02V-282: 2003 Subaru Baja, 2002–2003 Subaru Forester and 3 more
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Oct 30, 2002, covering about 172,564 vehicles.
The problem
Certain sport utility and passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions were produced with an improperly manufactured transmission parking rod. When the transmission selector lever is placed in the "p" (Park) position, the transmission park mechanism, that is intended to hold your vehicle, may not engage.
The risk
The vehicle could then move/roll without prior warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the automatic transmission parking rod assembly. Owner notification january 8, 2003. An interim owner notification will be sent during november 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 | Power Train › Automatic Transmission |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 02V282000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Subaru Baja | 2003 | All years |
| Subaru Forester | 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Subaru Impreza | 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Subaru Legacy | 2001, 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Subaru Outback | 2001, 2002, 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-282?
Certain sport utility and passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions were produced with an improperly manufactured transmission parking rod. When the transmission selector lever is placed in the "p" (Park) position, the transmission park mechanism, that is intended to hold your vehicle, may not engage.
How is recall 02V-282 fixed?
Dealers will replace the automatic transmission parking rod assembly. Owner notification january 8, 2003. An interim owner notification will be sent during november 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.
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.