How do I check if my Subaru is included in recall 21V675000?
Enter your 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls — the check is instant and free. If you're shopping a used Impreza from 2021, run it through the full Subaru recall database before you sign.
critical0 units
2021 Impreza – Front Lower Control Arm
NHTSA 21V675000 • Subaru WRI-21
Reviewed by SubaruReview Editorial Team · Last reviewed 2021-08-30 · Editorial standards
Filed under our full Subaru recall database and cross-referenced with the reliability & common problems hub. Owners often confuse a recall with a TSB — recalls are free at any Subaru dealer, TSBs are not.
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2021 Impreza vehicles. The left-front lower control arm weld may fail, allowing the control arm to separate from the crossmember.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the control arm as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 3, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRI-21.
Look up your VIN at NHTSA →FAQ
Is recall 21V675000 free to fix?
Yes — Subaru pays for the repair at any authorized dealer. Bring your VIN.
Which Subaru models are affected?
Impreza from model years 2021. 0 units in total.
What is the safety risk?
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.
How do I check if my Subaru is part of this recall?
Enter your 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls — results are instant and free.
Sources
Defect, consequence, remedy, and affected-unit counts on this page derive from the NHTSA campaign filing below. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the definitive per-vehicle status.
- • NHTSA Recall Campaign 21V675000 (Subaru WRI-21) — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (2021-08-30)Tier 1 · NHTSA
People also ask
Related Subaru Questions
Do I have to pay for this recall repair?
No. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the control arm as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 3, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRI-21. That's true at any authorized Subaru dealer regardless of mileage — see the reliability & common problems hub for how recalls differ from TSBs.
Is there a documented Impreza failure covering the same components?
Yes — the 2021 Impreza range has documented Subaru Impreza Premature Wheel Bearing Failure Guides (2017-2024) reports on the same system this recall addresses.
What happens if I ignore an open Subaru recall?
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. That can also affect resale value, insurance claims, and any future warranty dispute. Our reliability hub covers how open recalls factor into used-Subaru buying decisions.
Contextual knowledge navigation