Subaru/fuel leakage
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. possible fuel leakage of under-hood fuel hoses at low ambient temperatures (-40 degrees c) once the fuel hoses age and become less flexible.
Safety Consequence
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect for under-hood fuel hoses with lot numbers 0804 and 0806 and all fuel hoses with those numbers will be replaced.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Subaru Of America, Inc. or involving Fuel System, Gasoline.
FAQ: Recall 00V393000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00V393000?
NHTSA recall 00V393000 was issued by Subaru Of America, Inc. on November 21, 2000. It addresses: Subaru/fuel leakage. The recall affects approximately 1,456 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Subaru Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00V393000 or the manufacturer campaign number WXZ-83. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.