SUBARU 2015 SUBARU LEGACY Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2015 SUBARU LEGACY
Brand
SUBARU
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2015
Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2015 SUBARU LEGACY vehicles due to power train:driveline:driveshaft issues. If the transmission oil leaks onto the exhaust pipe, there is a possible risk of fire..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015 and 2016 model year Subaru Legacy 4-Door and Outback vehicles manufactured July 3, 2015, to July 27, 2015. Transmission oil may leak from a deformed seal cap on the propeller shaft yoke.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the transmission oil leaks onto the exhaust pipe, there is a possible risk of fire.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the propeller shaft, free of charge. The recall began on August 28, 2015. Owners may contact 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WQU-56.
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