A manufacturing error affecting certain 2016 Subaru Legacy and Outback vehicles will have approximately 3,251 owners returning to their dealerships for repairs. According to reports filed with the NHTSA, the nuts securing the propeller shaft to the rear differential could loosen due to an improper tightening procedure. Over time the propeller shaft could detach and strike the fuel tank, causing a leak and a possible fire.

Owners receiving notices will be asked to return to their dealers to have the fastening nuts inspected and tightened or replaced as necessary. For more information about the problem, owners can contact Subaru customer service at 1-856-488-8500. Subaru’s number for this recall is WQV-57 and the NHTSA campaign number is 15V-794.