Outback

All recall notices.

1. SRT 351 - Malfunction of inhibitor switch on CVT

   R/2024/391 · 1 Nov 2024

   1 Nov 2024

   Defect

   On affected vehicles the reverse lamp may not illuminate and / or the rear-view monitor may not display an image from the rear-view camera.

   Remedy

   Replace the inhibitor switch with an improved part.

   Build window

   Built 8 Feb 2021 – 7 Sep 2022

   ~116 vehicles affected

2. THE ELECTRONIC PARK BRAKE CONNECTOR MAY DISCONNECT

   R/2022/260 · 1 Sep 2022

   1 Sep 2022

   Defect

   The electronic park brake connector may disconnect.

   Remedy

   Inspect the electronic park brake connector and if necessary fit a retaining clip.

   Build window

   Built 13 May 2014 – 28 Nov 2018

   ~4,769 vehicles affected

3. THE EYESIGHT LOGIC MAY CAUSE AN UN-NECESSARY ACTIVATION OF THE PRE-COLLISION BRAKING

   R/2022/053 · 1 Mar 2022

   1 Mar 2022

   Defect

   The Eyesight logic may cause un-necessary activation of the pre-collision braking.

   Remedy

   Re-program the Eyesight software

   Build window

   Built 25 Nov 2020 – 21 Jun 2021

   ~152 vehicles affected

4. A DRIVING RANGE INDICATOR IN THE MULTI INFORMATION DISPLAY HAS A PROGRAM ERROR

   R/2019/052 · 20 Mar 2019

   20 Mar 2019

   Defect

   Driver multi-function display inaccurate remaining fuel mileage range.

   Remedy

   Affected vehicles will have a software enhancement.

   Build window

   Built 27 Jul 2017 – 1 Aug 2018

   ~422 vehicles affected

5. THE LOAD MAY EXCEED THE VALVE SPRING'S FATIGUE STRENGTH AND THE SPRING MAY FRACTURE

   R/2019/025 · 1 Mar 2019

   1 Mar 2019

   Defect

   Engine valve springs may fracture.

   Remedy

   Replace all engine valve springs.

   Build window

   Built 1 Jan 2013 – 31 Dec 2014

   ~812 vehicles affected

6. ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE CAPACITOR ON INNER CIRCUIT BOARD AND MAGNET RING OF THE SENSOR MAY FRACTURE

   R/2018/346 · 1 Jan 2019

   1 Jan 2019

   Defect

   Electronic park brake capacitor may fracture and fail.

   Remedy

   Replace the park brake actuator on affected vehicles.

   Build window

   Built 25 May 2005 – 27 Jun 2014

   ~4,199 vehicles affected

7. MIS CONNECTION OF THE FUEL PUMP CONNECTOR

   R/2018/326 · 1 Dec 2018

   1 Dec 2018

   Defect

   Fuel pump wiring poor connection.

   Remedy

   Replace fuel pump harness and inspect pump flange or damage. Replace if required.

   Build window

   Built 1 Jan 2004 – 31 Jul 2009

   ~6,649 vehicles affected

8. OBSTRUCTION IN COWL AREA MAY FORCE WIPERS TO PARK OUT OF POSITION AND OVERHEAT

   R/2018/229 · 20 Sep 2018

   20 Sep 2018

   Defect

   If wipers become obstructed motor may over heat with risk of fire

   Remedy

   Replace wiper motor bottom cover on affected vehicles

   Build window

   Built 1 Jan 2009 – 31 Dec 2014

   ~3,906 vehicles affected

9. FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG INFLATOR MAY RUPTURE IN A DEPLOYMENT EVENT

   R/2018/141 · 23 Jul 2018

   23 Jul 2018

   Defect

   Potential injury if Airbag deployed

   Remedy

   On Affected vehicles replace Airbag inflator unit

   Build window

   Affected build dates not specified

   ~7,589 vehicles affected

10. FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG INFLATOR MAY FAIL

    R/2018/122 · 30 Apr 2018

    30 Apr 2018

    Defect

    Front passenger air bag inflator may fail.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles replace airbag inflator unit.

    Build window

    Built 1 Jan 2004 – 31 Dec 2009

    ~13,200 vehicles affected

11. ENGINE MAY STALL

    R/2016/147 · 1 Aug 2016

    1 Aug 2016

    Defect

    The crack on air intake ducts could cause the engine rough idle lower the power and the engine stall. Engine may stall whilst driving. Possible safety hazard whilst driving in traffic

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check date on air intake duct. Depending on finds the air intake ducts may have to be replaced.

    Build window

    Affected build dates not specified

    ~255 vehicles affected

12. BRAKE LAMPS MAY NOT FUNCTION

    R/2015/131 · 11 Jun 2015

    11 Jun 2015

    Defect

    There is no inherent problem with the brake lamp switch. However if the brake lamp switch did fail the driver would not be informed that the brake lamps were not working or the adaptive cruise control or pre-collision braking. The brake lamps not working would increase the risk of an incident during normal driving.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and reprogram the driving support system.

    Build window

    Affected build dates not specified

    ~436 vehicles affected

13. BRAKE FLUID MAY LEAK

    R/2014/127 · 30 Nov 2014

    30 Nov 2014

    Defect

    It is possible that corrosion can form on unprotected hidden brake pipes. This could result in the failure of the pipes and loss of brake fluid which can affect the brake system and ultimately cause reduced braking efficiency.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles to inspect and if required replace the subject brake pipes.

    Build window

    Built 1 Jan 2004 – 31 Dec 2009

    ~21,343 vehicles affected

14. BRAKES MAY FAIL

    R/2013/119 · 24 Jan 2014

    24 Jan 2014

    Defect

    It is possible that the metallic brake pipes that connect to the four way connector may be affected by corrosion in the Salt Belt Areas. If left unattended this could result in the pipes being subject to excessive corrosion which may cause a fluid leak. In extreme cases this may result in a reduction in braking efficiency.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles to inspect and either provide additional protection or replace the brake pipes.

    Build window

    Affected build dates not specified

    ~12,379 vehicles affected

15. CVT GEARBOX OIL MAY LEAK AND LOSS OF DRIVE MAY OCCUR

    R/2010/130 · 3 Sep 2010

    3 Sep 2010

    Defect

    A gearbox oil cooler hose may split causing loss of drive and oil to leak onto the road surface with the ensuing danger to other road users.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit a modified oil cooler hose.

    Build window

    Affected build dates not specified

    ~404 vehicles affected