Recall 13V336 covers 202 2013-2014 Subaru Tribeca, Legacy, and Outback vehicles for a loose transmission parking rod. Repair is free at any franchised Subaru dealer.
Subaru is recalling 202 2013-2014 Tribeca, Legacy, and Outback vehicles under recall 13V336 because the parking rod can loosen inside the automatic transmission. The vehicle can get stuck in park or roll away after the shifter is placed in park. That raises crash risk, and the Subaru dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The parking rod is part of the automatic transmission's Park mechanism on the 2013-2014 Subaru Tribeca, Legacy, and Outback 3.6R models equipped with 5-speed automatic transmissions. When you shift into Park, the rod helps engage the lock inside the transmission so the vehicle stays held in place after you release the brake.
On affected Subaru vehicles, that parking rod can come loose inside the automatic transmission. Once it is loose, the Park mechanism cannot engage the transmission lock correctly. The shifter still moves into Park, but the transmission does not hold the vehicle the way it is supposed to.
There is no warning sign before failure. Because the problem is inside the transmission, an owner is not given a noise, light, or pedal feel change that clearly points to the parking rod before it loosens.
Who's affected?
Covers 3 Subaru nameplates from the 2013 and 2014 model years, all tied to the automatic transmission.
| 2013 Subaru Tribeca | automatic transmission |
|---|---|
| 2014 Subaru Legacy | automatic transmission |
| 2014 Subaru Outback | automatic transmission |
| Units affected | 202 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
A detached parking rod can leave the transmission stuck in park, so the vehicle cannot be moved or driven. It can also prevent the parking mechanism from engaging after the shifter is placed in park. The vehicle can roll away and increase crash risk. Repair will be free at any franchised Subaru dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2014 Subaru Tribeca, Legacy, or Outback is included in this recall.
- Watch for Subaru's owner notice if you have not received one, then contact a franchised Subaru dealer.
- Schedule the free transmission replacement that fixes the loose parking rod and park-mechanism roll-away risk.
- Bring the recall notice if Subaru has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 13V336 and Subaru recall WQJ-46 when you call.
- Park on level ground and set the parking brake firmly until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
Subaru's remedy calls for dealer replacement of the transmission. At the dealer, a Subaru technician removes the affected automatic transmission, including the parking mechanism inside the unit, and installs a replacement transmission covered by the recall. The available source says owner notification began during August 2013, but this section does not list an available remedy status. The dealer repair will be free once available.
Timeline
| August 1, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 13, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V336?
Recall 13V336 covers 202 Subaru vehicles with 5-speed automatic transmissions where the parking rod can come loose inside the transmission. The recall includes certain 2013 Tribeca, 2014 Legacy, and 2014 Outback vehicles. Subaru dealers replace the transmission for free.
What should I do if my 2013-2014 Subaru Tribeca, Legacy, or Outback is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Subaru is included in recall 13V336. If it is, contact a franchised Subaru dealer and ask for recall WQJ-46. The dealer will replace the transmission for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the recalled defect at no cost, and Subaru's remedy says dealers will replace the transmission free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at any franchised Subaru dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The parking rod can detach inside the automatic transmission. That can keep the vehicle stuck in park, or let the vehicle roll away even after the shifter is placed in park, increasing crash risk.
When did Subaru notify owners about this recall?
Subaru began the recall during August 2013. If you never received a letter, check your VIN because owner notices do not always reach used-vehicle buyers or people who moved after the vehicle was first sold.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V336000 |
|---|---|
| Subaru customer service | 1-800-782-2783 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V336 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V336000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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 →