NHTSA Recall 18V626000: Parking brake
Subaru of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 27,175 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Subaru Legacy.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V626000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | WTV-81 |
| Component | PARKING BRAKE |
| Report received | September 13, 2018 |
| Owner notification | July 19, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2010-2014 Subaru Legacy and Outback vehicles equipped with a manual transmission. The electronic parking brake (EPB) may not engage as intended, allowing the vehicle to rollaway if the transmission is not in the proper gear when parked.
Safety risk
A vehicle rollaway can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EPB actuator assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 19, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WTV-81.
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 18V626000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Subaru Legacy | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| Subaru Outback | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
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.