Subaru due to contamination, components within the windshield wiper motor bottom cover may interfere with each other.
The short version
Subaru of America, Inc. reported a problem with the windshield wiper/washer motor. Here is what owners need to know.
Due to contamination, components within the windshield wiper motor bottom cover may interfere with each other. If an obstruction, such as a buildup of snow or ice prevents the wiper arms from being able to stop in the parked position, the wiper motor may overheat and the bottom cover may melt.
If the windshield wiper motor overheats, the wipers may fail, reducing driver visibility and increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the wiper motor cover may melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor bottom cover assembly, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 16V-694.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2010–2014 | Subaru Legacy |
| 2010–2014 | Subaru Outback |
What changed
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