California Subarus not part of recall - 660,000 affected by possible rusting of brake lines

Subaru recently announced a voluntary recall of 660,000 vehicles for brake lines that may rust and leak fluid. The recall includes vehicles sold or registered in twenty-one states and Washington, DC where salt is used to clear roads in the winter. Subarus sold or registered in California are not included in the recall.

Vehicles recalled are 2005-2009 Legacys and Outbacks, 2008-14 Imprezas, and 2009-2013 Foresters.

According to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration, there is a gap in the fuel tank protector through which salty water can get onto the brake lines, cause the li...