Recall 04V473000: 2004 Subaru Forester and 2 other models

Report received

Oct 1, 2004

Manufacturer

Subaru of america, inc.

Potentially affected

26vehicles

Model years

2004

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, the cover bolts for the engine oil control valve may not be sufficiently tightened, allowing oil to leak from around the cover gasket.

Possible consequence

If leaking oil contacts components operating at high temperatures, a fire could result in the engine compartment.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and retighten the oil-flow control valve cover bolts. The recall began on october 8, 2004. Owners should contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2004 Subaru Baja18 complaints
• 2004 Subaru Forester219 complaints
• 2004 Subaru Impreza96 complaints