Automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)Recall 22V-485 · Subaru vehicles
Subaru of America, Inc. recall 22V-485 covers 182 Subaru vehicles for a automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) problem, reported to NHTSA on July 8, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q2) shows 78% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 22V485000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Outback and Legacy vehicles. A programming error in the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) may allow the clutch to engage before the drive chain is completely clamped.
The risk
An improperly secured drive chain may slip and break, causing a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will reprogram the TCU, inspect TCU data for chain slip, and visually inspect the chain guide. If evidence of chain slippage or damage is found, the transmission will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 24, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRK-22. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 21V-955.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
78%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from May 17, 2019 to August 3, 2020. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.