NHTSA Recall 02V240000: Cooling system (engine and engine cooling)
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 555 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Subaru Baja.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V240000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › COOLING SYSTEM |
| Report received | September 13, 2002 |
| Owner notification | September 12, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain sport utility and passenger vehicles equipped with 4-cylinder engines, the water pump pulley center hole was improperly machined.
Safety 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.
Remedy
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).
Vehicles covered by recall 02V240000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.