Safety Recall NHTSA · 13V077000 Reported March 5, 2013

Moonroof glass - separation/detachment

Subaru Of America, Inc. · Visibility · 14 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
13V077000
Manufacturer Campaign
WVW-33
Component
Visibility
Vehicles Affected
14
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 5, 2013

Defect Summary

Subaru is recalling certain model year 2012 outback and legacy vehicles manufactured from april 6, 2011, through may 12, 2011. the moonroof glass may come loose or detach. the amount and position of the adhesive between the glass and retainer was inadequately applied.

Safety Consequence

The moonroof glass can loosen and detach from the vehicle during driving, resulting in a potential road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Subaru has notified the affected owners, and dealers will inspect the glass adhesion condition and either apply additional adhesive or replace the moonroof glass, free of charge. the safety recall began february 22, 2013. owners may contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Subaru Of America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 13V077000 or campaign WVW-33.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 13V077000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 13V077000?

NHTSA recall 13V077000 was issued by Subaru Of America, Inc. on March 5, 2013. It addresses: Moonroof glass - separation/detachment. The recall affects approximately 14 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Subaru Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V077000 or the manufacturer campaign number WVW-33. 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.