Subaru · Canada · Crit
Subaru Legacy, Outback: Powertrain
Affects Subaru Legacy, Outback · 2010 — about 2K vehicles.
The hazard
On certain vehicles, a crack can occur in the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) cooler hose, resulting in a transmission fluid leakage and illumination of the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL). A transmission fluid leak, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in an engine compartment fire causing property damage or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the cooler hose.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational