How do I check if my Subaru is included in recall 23V016000?
Enter your 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls — the check is instant and free. If you're shopping a used WRX from 2022, run it through the full Subaru recall database before you sign.
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2022 WRX – Owner's Manual Correction
NHTSA 23V016000 • Subaru WRA-23
Reviewed by SubaruReview Editorial Team · Last reviewed 2023-01-23 · 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 2022 WRX vehicles equipped with the "Eyesight" feature. The owner's manual may contain incorrect instructions for adjusting the sensitivity of the High Beam Assist function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence
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.
Remedy
Subaru will mail an owner's manual insert containing the correct information, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 15, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRA-23.
Look up your VIN at NHTSA →FAQ
Is recall 23V016000 free to fix?
Yes — Subaru pays for the repair at any authorized dealer. Bring your VIN.
Which Subaru models are affected?
WRX from model years 2022. 0 units in total.
What is the safety risk?
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.
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 23V016000 (Subaru WRA-23) — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (2023-01-23)Tier 1 · NHTSA
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Do I have to pay for this recall repair?
No. Subaru will mail an owner's manual insert containing the correct information, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 15, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRA-23. 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 WRX failure covering the same components?
Yes — the 2022 WRX range has documented Subaru WRX TGV Motor Failure & Diagnostic Trouble Codes reports on the same system this recall addresses.
What happens if I ignore an open Subaru recall?
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. 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.
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