Recall Alert: 2002-2003 Subaru Impreza WRX

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Recall Alert: 2002-2003 Subaru Impreza WRX

Posted: Dec. 15, 2009 10:12 a.m.

Subaru has issued a recall on 2002 and 2003 models of the Subaru Impreza WRX in order to fix a problem with the vehicle’s fuel system that could set it ablaze.

The New York Times reports that the recall was issued after receiving “944 complaints of either fuel leakage or the smell of gasoline including one report from Subaru about a fire.”

Cars.com explains, “The cars are being recalled because of a potential fuel leak in the fuel delivery line where the line connects with a rubber hose. During cold starts in extremely cold temperatures, the likelihood of a leak increases. Obviously, given an ignition source, a fuel leak could start a fire.”

According to the NHTSA, the recall applies to all 2002 to 2003 models “originally sold in or currently registered” in the following low-temperature states: South Dakota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Minnesota, Idaho, Iowa, Montana, Colorado, Wisconsin, New York, Wyoming, Michigan, Alaska, New Hampshire, Vermont and Maine.

Owners living in these states should take their vehicles to Subaru dealerships immediately, where the fuel line will be replaced free of charge.

“In other states Subaru says it will extend the warranty on the fuel line to 12 years and unlimited mileage,” adds the New York Times. Owners can contact Subaru at 800-782-2783.

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