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Passenger car "Legacy" and "Outback"

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Passenger car "Legacy" and "Outback" was recalled on 14 October 2011 under EU Safety Gate alert 1072/11. Fire risk reported by Greece. The front windscreen wiper motor may generate heat and catch fire when the movement of the windscreen wipers is restricted (for example by snow that has accumulated on the windscreen).

Alert Number1072/11
BrandSubaru
CategoryMotor vehicles
Risk TypeFire
Notifying CountryGreece
Country of OriginJapan
Model NumberThe recall concerns 2010 and 2011 model year vehicles, as follows: (1) Vehicles produced in Japan between 4 November 2009 and 17 May 2011. (2) Vehicles produced in USA between 7 Jan.....
Published14 October 2011

Risk Description

The front windscreen wiper motor may generate heat and catch fire when the movement of the windscreen wipers is restricted (for example by snow that has accumulated on the windscreen).

Product Description

Passenger car

🔥 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a fire hazard related to Passenger car "Legacy" and "Outback".

About this risk

This product poses a fire risk due to overheating, faulty components, or flammable materials that do not meet safety standards.

Recommended action

Disconnect the product from any power source and stop using it immediately. Do not leave it unattended. Store it away from flammable materials. Contact the retailer for a refund.

Who is at risk?

All household members. Fire risks are especially dangerous for sleeping areas and children's rooms.

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