recall information
Recall number
REC-003193
PRA number
2009/10731
Campaign number
IMPTOWBAR
Original published date
make and model information
Make
SUBARU
Model
Impreza sedan, Impreza hatch
Affected units
17,585
What are the defects?
Some genuine towbars fitted to 08MY & 09MY Subaru Impreza vehicles may have been produced with inadequate welding on the tow ball mount (TBM - commonly known as the towing tongue or goose-neck).
What are the hazards?
Malfunction.
What should consumers do?
Subaru (Aust) Pty Limited will write to owners of all affected vehicles.
Supplier details
Subaru (Aust) Pty Limited
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.