Subaru Legacy Recall R/2005/117: Rear Brake Caliper Union Bolt May Leak, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 30 Nov 2005
- Launched
- 2,065
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2005/117
- DVSA reference
Subaru recalled Legacy vehicles. The rear brake caliper union bolt contacts the rear stabiliser which may cause the union to leak with the consequence that brake performance may be reduced. The dealer will fit recalled vehicles with a stabiliser clamp which will restrict movement. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The rear brake caliper union bolt contacts the rear stabiliser which may cause the union to leak with the consequence that brake performance may be reduced.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: REAR BRAKE CALIPER UNION BOLT MAY LEAK Defect: The rear brake caliper union bolt contacts the rear stabiliser which may cause the union to leak with the consequence that brake performance may be reduced. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will be fitted with a stabiliser clamp which will restrict movement.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause the union to leak with the consequence that brake performance may be reduced.
The Fix
The dealer will fit recalled vehicles with a stabiliser clamp which will restrict movement.
Are You Affected?
Legacy may be included. Subaru estimates 2,065 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Subaru, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Subaru.
- Book with any franchised Subaru dealer, quoting the DVSA reference R/2005/117. See how to get a Subaru recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy, OutbackA driving range indicator in the multi information display has a program error | Low | R/2019/052 | |
| BRZ, Forester, Impreza, Legacy and 2 moreThe load may exceed the valve spring's fatigue strength and the spring may fracture | Book soon | R/2019/025 | |
| Legacy, OutbackElectronic parking brake capacitor on inner circuit board and magnet ring of the sensor may fracture | Urgent | R/2018/346 | |
| Impreza, Legacy, OutbackMis connection of the fuel pump connector | Urgent | R/2018/326 | |
| Legacy, OutbackObstruction in cowl area may force wipers to park out of position and overheat | Urgent | R/2018/229 |
This is one of 37 Subaru recalls in DVSA’s data. The Subaru recall launched before it was R/2005/116 on 14 Oct 2005, for rear door may not close correctly. The one launched after it was R/2010/130 on 3 Sep 2010, for cvt gearbox oil may leak and loss of drive may occur. You can also see every Subaru recall, all recalls launched in 2005 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2005/117, launched 30 November 2005. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.