SUBARU 2012 SUBARU LEGACY Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2012 SUBARU LEGACY
Brand
SUBARU
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2012
Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2012 SUBARU LEGACY vehicles due to visibility/wiper issues. If the components overheat, the wiper motor bottom cover may melt and potentially catch fire..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Subaru is recalling certain model year 2012 Outback and Legacy vehicles manufactured from April 6, 2011, through May 12, 2011. Components inside the wiper motor bottom cover may overheat.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the components overheat, the wiper motor bottom cover may melt and potentially catch fire.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Subaru has notified all affected owners, and dealers will replace the front wiper motor bottom cover assembly free of charge. The safety recall began February 22, 2013. Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026