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May 12, 2016 Service bulletin

Reminder Bulletin: WQU56 Recall: Propeller Shaft Oil Seal Failure

Subaru technical service bulletin WQU56R for 2016-2017 Subaru Outback and 2016-2017 Subaru Legacy.

Bulletin number
WQU56R
Component
Power train
Summary
Reminder Bulletin: WQU56 Recall: Propeller Shaft Oil Seal Failure. During the manufacturing process of the propeller shaft that connects to the vehicle?s transmission, the seal cap and seal located inside the propeller shaft yoke may have been deformed. As a result, the seal may leak transmission fluid. If the transmission fluid leaks onto an exhaust pipe, there is a possible risk of fire.

Owners of these vehicles have filed 109 complaints in the transmission category.

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