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.
Defective Forward-Facing Camera (EyeSight)
Increased risk of frontal collision; pre-collision braking may not activate.
PCV Valve Failure (FA24DIT)
Engine damage or stall; risk of crash.
FA20 Valve Spring Fracture
Valve drops into cylinder, destroying the engine; possible stall and crash.
Lineartronic CVT Chain Failure
Vehicle may unexpectedly enter limp mode or lose drive; crash risk.
Fuel Pump Impeller Failure
Engine stall without warning; restart may not be possible. Crash risk.
Rear-View Camera Image Failure
Increased risk of crash while backing up; FMVSS 111 noncompliance.
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.
2025 Forester – Child Seat
A loose child seat anchor bolt increases the risk of injury to a child during a crash.
2025 Forester – Wheels
A loss of vehicle stability increases the risk of a crash.
2022 Outback – Front Passenger
An air bag that does not deploy during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
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.
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.
2024 Forester – Engine And Engine Cooling
Leaking coolant can contact a hot exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a fire.
2023 Outback – Driveshaft
Separation of the front end of the driveshaft increases the risk of a crash.
2022 Brz – Turn Signal
Inoperative rear turn signals may not notify other drivers of a turning vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2024 Crosstrek – Instrument Cluster/Panel
A short circuit may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
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.
2023 Ascent – Tires
A damaged tire may experience a sudden loss of air pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
2022 Ascent – Interior/Under Dash
A melting ground terminal increases the risk of a fire.
2022 Outback – Windshield
An insufficiently bonded windshield can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
2021 Wrx – Switch
Inoperative backup lights and an inoperative rearview camera can reduce vehicle visibility and driver awareness, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
2020 Outback – Fuel Pump
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
2020 Outback – Display Function
The intermittent loss of the rearview image reduces the driver's visibility and increases the risk of crash.
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.