How do I check if my Subaru is included in recall 25V889000?
Enter your 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls — the check is instant and free. If you're shopping a used Forester from 2026, run it through the full Subaru recall database before you sign.
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2026 Forester – Rear Hatch Hinge and Support Bracket
NHTSA 25V889000 • Subaru WRG-25
Reviewed by SubaruReview Editorial Team · Last reviewed 2025-12-18 · 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 2026 Forester vehicles. These vehicles may have been manufactured with an incorrect and/or incorrectly oriented rear hatch support bracket which can detach without prior warning.
Consequence
A rear hatch support bracket that detaches can allow the rear hatch to fall unexpectedly during use and increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the rear hatch support brackets and, if necessary, replace the stay and support bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 29, 2026. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-25. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 20, 2025.
Look up your VIN at NHTSA →FAQ
Is recall 25V889000 free to fix?
Yes — Subaru pays for the repair at any authorized dealer. Bring your VIN.
Which Subaru models are affected?
Forester from model years 2026. 0 units in total.
What is the safety risk?
A rear hatch support bracket that detaches can allow the rear hatch to fall unexpectedly during use and increase the risk of injury.
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 25V889000 (Subaru WRG-25) — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (2025-12-18)Tier 1 · NHTSA
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Do I have to pay for this recall repair?
No. Dealers will inspect the rear hatch support brackets and, if necessary, replace the stay and support bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 29, 2026. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-25. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 20, 2025. That's true at any authorized Subaru dealer regardless of mileage — see the reliability & common problems hub for how recalls differ from TSBs.
What happens if I ignore an open Subaru recall?
A rear hatch support bracket that detaches can allow the rear hatch to fall unexpectedly during use and increase the risk of injury. 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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