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NHTSA Recall 03V303000: Filler pipe and cap (fuel system)

SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 7,874 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Subaru Legacy.

7,874
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2003
owners notified (August 27)
NHTSA campaign03V303000
Manufacturer campaignWWO-98
ComponentFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › STORAGE › TANK ASSEMBLY › FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Report receivedAugust 20, 2003
Owner notificationAugust 27, 2003
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Certain passenger or sport utility vehicles may have a loose or out of position fuel filler hose clamp.

Safety risk

This could result in fuel leakage. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and tighten the clamp on the fuel filler hose. Owner notification began august 27, 2003. Owners should contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783.

Notes

Subaru recall no. Ww0-98.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 03V303000

Make and modelModel years
Subaru Legacy2004
Subaru Outback2004

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.