NHTSA recall database

    Subaru Recalls

    Every active Subaru recall, with the campaign number, defect, and what the dealer is required to fix at no charge. Updated weekly from NHTSA.

    23V-628WRH-232023-09-1222,300 units

    Defective Forward-Facing Camera (EyeSight)

    Increased risk of frontal collision; pre-collision braking may not activate.

    Outback 2023Legacy 2023
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    19V-447WQR-912019-06-2173,000 units

    PCV Valve Failure (FA24DIT)

    Engine damage or stall; risk of crash.

    Ascent 2019-2020
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    18V-846WQU-652018-12-13165,000 units

    FA20 Valve Spring Fracture

    Valve drops into cylinder, destroying the engine; possible stall and crash.

    BRZ 2012-2014Forester XT 2012-2014WRX 2012-2014Legacy 2012-2014
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    16V-6432016-09-02660,000 units

    Lineartronic CVT Chain Failure

    Vehicle may unexpectedly enter limp mode or lose drive; crash risk.

    Outback 2010-2018Legacy 2010-2018Forester 2010-2018
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    22V-115WTP-222022-02-25271,000 units

    Fuel Pump Impeller Failure

    Engine stall without warning; restart may not be possible. Crash risk.

    Outback 2019-2020Ascent 2019-2020Impreza 2019-2020Crosstrek 2019-2020Forester 2019-2020Legacy 2019-2020
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    24V-2802024-04-18118,000 units

    Rear-View Camera Image Failure

    Increased risk of crash while backing up; FMVSS 111 noncompliance.

    Crosstrek 2024Impreza 2024
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    25V889000WRG-252025-12-180 units

    2026 Forester – Hinge And Attachments

    A rear hatch support bracket that detaches can allow the rear hatch to fall unexpectedly during use and increase the risk of injury.

    Forester 2026
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    25V419000WRC-252025-06-190 units

    2025 Forester – Child Seat

    A loose child seat anchor bolt increases the risk of injury to a child during a crash.

    Forester 2025
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    25V033000WRB-252025-01-230 units

    2025 Forester – Wheels

    A loss of vehicle stability increases the risk of a crash.

    Forester 2025
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    24V227000WRA-242024-03-220 units

    2022 Outback – Front Passenger

    An air bag that does not deploy during a crash can increase the risk of injury.

    Outback 2022
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    23V754000WRP-232023-11-090 units

    2024 Forester – Driveshaft

    A broken driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power while driving or vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake engaged. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

    Forester 2024
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    23V755000WRQ-232023-11-090 units

    2023 Outback – Park/Neutral Start Interlock Switch

    An inoperative inhibitor switch may prevent the reverse lights from illuminating and the rearview camera image from displaying, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Outback 2023
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    23V723000WRO-232023-10-260 units

    2024 Forester – Engine And Engine Cooling

    Leaking coolant can contact a hot exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a fire.

    Forester 2024
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    23V647000WRN-232023-09-210 units

    2023 Outback – Driveshaft

    Separation of the front end of the driveshaft increases the risk of a crash.

    Outback 2023
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    23V609000WRM-232023-08-310 units

    2022 Brz – Turn Signal

    Inoperative rear turn signals may not notify other drivers of a turning vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Brz 2022
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    23V551000WRL-232023-08-040 units

    2024 Crosstrek – Instrument Cluster/Panel

    A short circuit may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Crosstrek 2024
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    23V392000WRJ-232023-06-010 units

    2023 Ascent – Lower Arm

    Ball joint separation while the vehicle is in motion can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Ascent 2023
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    23V292000WRI-232023-04-250 units

    2023 Impreza – Switch

    An unintentional brake light illumination can fail to alert other motorists of actual brake application. A vehicle that shifts out of the park position unexpectedly can allow the vehicle to rollaway. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

    Impreza 2023
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    23V258000WRH-232023-04-070 units

    2023 Ascent – Tires

    A damaged tire may experience a sudden loss of air pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Ascent 2023
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    23V016000WRA-232023-01-230 units

    2022 Wrx – Owners/Service/Other Manual

    Incorrect instructions for adjusting the sensitivity of the High Beam Assist function contained in the owner's manual may cause the lights to not be adjusted as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Wrx 2022
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    22V907000WRL-222022-12-080 units

    2022 Ascent – Interior/Under Dash

    A melting ground terminal increases the risk of a fire.

    Ascent 2022
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    22V712000WRH-222022-09-220 units

    2022 Outback – Windshield

    An insufficiently bonded windshield can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

    Outback 2022
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    22V522000WRE-222022-07-210 units

    2021 Wrx – Switch

    Inoperative backup lights and an inoperative rearview camera can reduce vehicle visibility and driver awareness, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Wrx 2021
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    22V485000WRK-222022-07-080 units

    2021 Outback – Control Module (tcm/Pcm/Tecm)

    An improperly secured drive chain may slip and break, causing a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.

    Outback 2021
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    22V473000WRC-222022-07-010 units

    2022 Outback – Engine Control Module (ecu/Ecm)

    A loose electrical connection to the ECU may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Outback 2022
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    21V954000WRL-212021-12-090 units

    2020 Ascent – Tie Rod Assembly

    The tie rods may separate from the housing, causing a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.

    Ascent 2020
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    21V955000WRK-212021-12-090 units

    2020 Outback – Control Module (tcm/Pcm/Tecm)

    An improperly secured drive chain may slip and break, causing a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.

    Outback 2020
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    21V675000WRI-212021-08-300 units

    2021 Impreza – Lower Arm

    A separated control arm may cause the tire to contact the wheel well, resulting in a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.

    Impreza 2021
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    21V587000WRG-212021-07-290 units

    2020 Outback – Fuel Pump

    Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Outback 2020
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    21V024000WRA-212021-01-260 units

    2021 Outback – Shift Linkage/Cable/Rod

    A loose nut can lead to a lost of retention in the CVT select lever cable and the gear selector not functioning properly, increasing risk of crash.

    Outback 2021
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    20V766000WRH-202020-12-100 units

    2020 Outback – Display Function

    The intermittent loss of the rearview image reduces the driver's visibility and increases the risk of crash.

    Outback 2020
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    19V664000WUL-972019-09-180 units

    2020 Outback – Pedals And Linkages

    A missing or loose bolt may cause the brake pedal mounting area to deform over time, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

    Outback 2020
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