recall information
Recall number
REC-001213
PRA number
2018/17047
Campaign number
SI0480
Original published date
make and model information
Make
SUBARU
Model
LIBERTY AND OUTBACK
Year range
2009 - 2014
Affected units
42,689
Identifying features
See attached VIN lists
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
If the electronic parking brake (EPB) circuit board fractures, the warning light will illuminate and the EPB cannot be applied or released. If this happens, the vehicle may be in breach of the Australian Design Rules (ADRs) for motor vehicles.
What are the hazards?
If the electronic parking brake cannot be applied or released, it can result in an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants and other road users.
What should consumers do?
Affected owners will be contacted by mail to present their vehicle to their preferred Subaru dealer for the rectification work to be carried out free of charge.
For help finding a Subaru dealer consumers can go to: https://www.subaru.com.au/retailers
For help finding a Subaru dealer consumers can go to: https://www.subaru.com.au/retailers
Supplier details
Subaru (Aust) Pty Limited
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
