Recall 04V-274: 2005 Subaru Legacy, 2005 Subaru Outback

The problem

The left and right side curtain air bags in certain vehicles involved in this campaign may not fully deploy rapidly enough when activated in a side impact collision. During a side impact test conducted by the insurance institute for highway safety (Iihs), the test results indicated that there was a difference between the iihs test results and the result of side impact tests conducted by fhi.

The risk

This may result in failure to provide the intended head protection, increasing the risk of injury to a seat occupant.

The fix

Dealers will replace the left and right side curtain air bag modules. The recall began on june 11, 2004. Owners should contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783. .

Notes

Subaru recall no. Wwr02.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

Vehicles in this recall

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 04V-274?

The left and right side curtain air bags in certain vehicles involved in this campaign may not fully deploy rapidly enough when activated in a side impact collision. During a side impact test conducted by the insurance institute for highway safety (Iihs), the test results indicated that there was a difference between the iihs test results and the result of side impact tests conducted by fhi.

How is recall 04V-274 fixed?

Dealers will replace the left and right side curtain air bag modules. The recall began on june 11, 2004. Owners 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.