2012 Subaru Legacy and Outback side curtain air bags may not deploy

Subaru is recalling certain model year 2012 Legacy and Outback vehicles, manufactured from December 1, 2011, through December 23, 2011.

Problem:
These vehicles may be equipped with side curtain air bags that contain an incorrect propellant mixture for the initiator component used, resulting in insufficient output of compressed gas. The side curtain air bags may not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.

Solution:
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace one or both side curtain air bag modules, free of charge. The safety recall began on February 21, 2012. Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru’s safety recall number is WVZ-36.

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