NHTSA Recall 13V336000: Automatic transmission (power train)
Subaru of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 202 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Subaru Legacy.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V336000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | WQJ-46 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
| Report received | August 1, 2013 |
| Owner notification | August 13, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Subaru of America is recalling certain model year 2014 Legacy 3.6R and Outback 3.6R and 2013 Tribeca vehicles manufactured June 12, 2013, through June 28, 2013 and equipped with 5-speed automatic transmissions. In the affected vehicles, the parking rod may come loose inside the automatic transmission.
Safety risk
As a result of the parking rod detaching, the transmission may not be able to be moved from the "park" position preventing the vehicle from being moved or driven. Furthermore, even with the transmission shifted into the 'park' position, the parking mechanism may not engage, and the vehicle may roll away while in the "park" position, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission, free of charge. The recall began during August 2013. Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's recall number is WQJ-46.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V336000
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.