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Campaign 13V110 Posted March 27, 2013 274,402 units

2005-2009 Subaru Legacy/Outback Recall 13V110: Brake Lines

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published June 2, 2026

Recall 13V110 affects 274,402 2005-2009 Subaru Legacy and Outback vehicles for brake-line corrosion. Repair is free at any franchised Subaru dealer.

Subaru is recalling 274,402 2005-2009 Legacy and Outback vehicles because salt water entering through a fuel tank protector gap can corrode the brake lines. Brake fluid leakage can lengthen stopping distance and increase crash risk; the Subaru dealer repair will be free once available.

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What's wrong?

In NHTSA campaign 13V110, the brake lines on 2005-2009 Subaru Legacy and Outback vehicles are the focus. These lines are metal tubes that carry pressurized brake fluid through the hydraulic brake system. When you press the brake pedal, that pressure helps apply the brakes at the wheels.

Subaru identified a gap in the fuel tank protector that lets salt water splash onto the brake lines. Road salt and moisture sit against the metal and cause excessive corrosion. As corrosion worsens, the line loses strength and brake fluid leaks from the damaged area, reducing the pressure the brake system needs to stop the vehicle.

There is no warning sign before failure. If a brake line starts leaking, you notice a lower brake-fluid level, a softer brake pedal, or longer stopping distance only after the problem has already reached the brake system.

Who's affected?

Legacy and Outback vehicles share the same hydraulic brake hose scope across the 2005-2009 model years.

2005 Subaru Legacy hydraulic brake hose
2005 Subaru Outback hydraulic brake hose
2006 Subaru Outback hydraulic brake hose
2006 Subaru Legacy hydraulic brake hose
2007 Subaru Outback hydraulic brake hose
Units affected274,402

A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.

What's the safety risk?

Brake line corrosion can let brake fluid leak, which lengthens the distance needed to slow or stop the vehicle and increases the risk of a crash. Until the vehicle is inspected, drive cautiously and leave extra stopping distance. Repair will be free at any franchised Subaru dealer once available.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2005-2009 Subaru Legacy or Outback is included in this recall.
  2. Contact your nearest franchised Subaru dealer to schedule the free brake-line inspection and corrosion repair that addresses brake fluid leakage from rusted brake lines.
  3. Ask whether the dealer needs your recall notice, and reference recall number 13V110 and Subaru recall WQG-43 when you call.
  4. Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra stopping distance and avoid hard braking.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, a Subaru technician inspects the brake lines for brake fluid seepage. If no seepage is found, the technician rustproofs the affected area with anti-corrosion wax. If seepage is found, the technician replaces the brake lines, then applies the anti-corrosion wax. Subaru says these inspection, replacement, and rustproofing services are free of charge. The recall began on May 30, 2013.

Timeline

March 27, 2013 NHTSA published the recall
May 30, 2013 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 13V110?

Recall 13V110 covers 274,402 2005-2009 Subaru Legacy and Outback vehicles with brake lines that can corrode after salt water enters through a gap near the fuel tank protector. Brake fluid leakage can lengthen stopping distance and increase crash risk.

What should I do if my 2005-2009 Subaru Legacy or Outback is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 13V110. If it is, contact a franchised Subaru dealer to schedule the brake-line inspection and repair. Reference recall number 13V110 or Subaru campaign WQG-43 when you call.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Subaru dealers will inspect the brake lines, apply anti-corrosion wax if no seepage is found, or replace leaking brake lines and then rustproof the affected area for free.

What is the safety risk?

The safety risk is longer stopping distance from brake fluid leakage. Salt-related brake-line corrosion can allow fluid to escape, which reduces braking performance and increases crash risk. If you see brake fluid seepage or notice reduced braking, contact a Subaru dealer before driving farther.

What if I bought my Subaru Legacy or Outback used?

The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Legacy or Outback is included, then call a franchised Subaru dealer and reference recall 13V110 or Subaru campaign WQG-43.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V110000
Subaru customer service1-800-782-2783
NHTSA recall #13V110
NHTSA recall # (full)13V110000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →