Recall campaign77V167000
Recall 77V167000: 1976–1977 Subaru Wagon
Latches/locks/linkages › Tailgate › Latch
- Report received
- Oct 6, 1977
- Manufacturer
- Subaru of america, inc.
- Potentially affected
- 42,256vehicles
- Model years
- 1976–1977
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 the involved vehicles, the tailgate latch and latch striker may not be properly adjusted. The tailgate may not be securely latched and may come open during vehicle operation.
Remedy
Dealer will install a new latch assembly without charge to owner.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1976 Subaru Wagon0 complaints
- 1977 Subaru Wagon0 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.