Possible detachment of parking rod/rollaway
Defect Summary
Subaru of america is recalling certain model year 2014 legacy 3.6r and outback 3.6r and 2013 tribeca vehicles manufactured june 12, 2013, through june 28, 2013 and equipped with 5-speed automatic transmissions. in the affected vehicles, the parking rod may come loose inside the automatic transmission.
Safety Consequence
As a result of the parking rod detaching, the transmission may not be able to be moved from the "park" position preventing the vehicle from being moved or driven. furthermore, even with the transmission shifted into the 'park' position, the parking mechanism may not engage, and the vehicle may roll away while in the "park" position, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission, free of charge. the recall began during august 2013. owners may contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783. subaru's recall number is wqj-46.
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FAQ: Recall 13V336000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V336000?
NHTSA recall 13V336000 was issued by Subaru Of America, Inc. on August 1, 2013. It addresses: Possible detachment of parking rod/rollaway. The recall affects approximately 202 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Subaru Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V336000 or the manufacturer campaign number WQJ-46. 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.