NHTSA Recall 16V251000: Electronic stability control (esc)
Subaru of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 766 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Subaru Legacy.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V251000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | WTC-64 |
| Component | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) |
| Report received | April 27, 2016 |
| Owner notification | May 20, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2015 Legacy and Outback vehicles manufactured on July 20, 2015. The brake fluid used in these vehicles may contain excess moisture which may adversely affect the performance of the electronic stability control system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Safety risk
Poor performance of the electronic stability control system when it is activated may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will perform an ABS activation, then flush and replace the brake fluid, free of charge. The recall began on May 20, 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTC-64.
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 16V251000
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.