Subaru · United States · High
Subaru Outback, Ascent +1 more: Power train — control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Affects Subaru Outback, Ascent, Legacy · 2019–2020 — about 198K vehicles.
The hazard
An improperly secured drive chain may slip and break, causing a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do
Dealers will reprogram the TCU, inspect TCU data for chain slip, and visually inspect the chain guide. If evidence of chain slippage or damage is found, the transmission will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 19, 2022. This recall includes all vehicles previously recalled under 19V-855. Vehicles previously recalled under 19V-855 will need to have the new remedy performed for this recall once available. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRK-21.