Subaru Crosstrek recalls

31 official safety recalls for the Subaru Crosstrek from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

United States: nhtsa.gov/recalls
United Kingdom: check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk

Gross axle weight rating label may be incorrect
Reported July 7, 2026Model years 2026NHTSA campaign 26V436000541,237 vehicles affected
The certification label may show an incorrect gross axle weight rating, which could lead to overloading and increase crash risk. A corrected label will be mailed to owners, free of charge; dealers can also install it, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2026 Crosstrek Hybrid, 2025-2026 Forester Hybrid, Forester, and 2019-2026 Ascent vehicles. These vehicles were manufactured with an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the certification label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 110, "Tire selection and rims."
Consequence
An incorrect GAWR label may lead to an overloaded vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Subaru will mail a new certification label to owners, free of charge. Owners may also choose to have a dealer install the new label, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed August 27, 2026. Additional letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRH-26.
Trailer hitch label may show a lower vertical load
Reported June 1, 2026Model years 2024–2025DVSA recall R/2026/17170 vehicles affected
The trailer hitch label may show a lower vertical load value than the vehicle's Certificate of Conformity. Dealers will replace the trailer hitch assembly with a countermeasure part.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
SRT 382 - Incorrect Vertical Load Value on Trailer Hitch Label for 2024-2025MY Crosstrek Vehicles
Defect
For 2024-2025MY Crosstrek vehicles equipped with the genuine accessory trailer hitch for the European market the trailer hitch carries a vertical load value on its label that is lower than the vehicleâs vertical load value indicated in the Certificate of Conformity (CoC).
Remedy
For all the vehicles with the affected parts Subaru dealers will replace the trailer hitch assembly with the countermeasure part.
Fuel may spill from the filler neck
Reported February 23, 2026Model years 2026NHTSA campaign 26V10600069,870 vehicles affected
Park outside: the maker advises parking affected vehicles outdoors, away from buildings, until they are repaired.
When the tank is near full, warmer temperatures may cause fuel to expand and spill from the filler neck because the fuel cap seal is insufficient. Fuel leaking near an ignition source can cause a fire. Dealers will replace the fuel filler cap gasket free of charge. Until repaired, park outside and away from structures, and limit the fuel level to 50%.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2026 Crosstrek hybrid, and 2025 Forester hybrid vehicles. When the fuel tank is near full capacity, an increase in ambient temperature may cause the fuel to expand and spill out of the filler neck due to an insufficient seal on the fuel cap.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, and to limit the fuel level to 50% until the remedy is completed. Dealers will replace the fuel filler cap gasket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-26. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 16, 2026.
Inhibitor switch may fail
Reported November 9, 2023Model years 2021NHTSA campaign 23V75500095,830 vehicles affected
An insufficient weld may allow water into the inhibitor switch and cause it to fail. Reverse lights may not illuminate and the rearview camera image may not display, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the switch free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2021 Crosstrek, 2022 Forester, 2021-2023 Legacy, and Outback vehicles. An insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail.
Consequence
An inoperative inhibitor switch may prevent the reverse lights from illuminating and the rearview camera image from displaying, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the inhibitor switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WRQ-23.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Front driveshafts may crack and break
Reported November 9, 2023Model years 2024NHTSA campaign 23V7540004,701 vehicles affected
The outer race of a front driveshaft assembly may crack and break, causing loss of drive power while driving or vehicle rollaway when parked without the parking brake engaged. Either can increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect and replace the front driveshafts as needed free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Crosstrek, Impreza, 2023-2024 Forester, and 2023 WRX vehicles. The front driveshaft assemblies' outer race may develop cracks and break.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the left and right front driveshafts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRP-23.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Instrument panel wiring may short circuit
Reported August 4, 2023Model years 2024NHTSA campaign 23V55100035,357 vehicles affected
The instrument panel harness may rub against the steering beam bracket, damaging its insulation and causing a short circuit that could result in loss of drive power and increase crash risk. Dealers will inspect the harness and add a clamp; they will add protective tape or replace the harness as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Crosstrek and Impreza vehicles. Due to insufficient clearance, the instrument panel harness may contact the steering beam bracket, damaging the wire insulation and causing a short circuit.
Consequence
A short circuit may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the harness and install an additional clamp on the steering beam bracket. If damage is found, dealers will add protective tape or replace the instrument panel harness, as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 3, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRL-23.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Battery harness terminal may corrode and break
Reported February 14, 2023Model years 2019–2022NHTSA campaign 23V0800008,413 vehicles affected
The harness terminal supplying power to the 12-Volt battery may corrode and break, preventing the battery from charging. This can cause a loss of drive power and increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the converter terminal mounting bracket and, if corrosion is found, the output harness and terminals free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Crosstrek Hybrid vehicles. The harness terminal that supplies low-voltage power from the converter to the 12-Volt battery may corrode and break, preventing the 12-Volt battery from charging.
Consequence
A 12-Volt battery that is unable to recharge can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the converter terminal mounting bracket. If corrosion is found on the terminals, the 12-Volt output harness and terminals will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 12, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-23.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Electronic park brake connector may disconnect
Reported September 1, 2022Model years 2014–2018DVSA recall R/2022/26019,076 vehicles affected
The electronic park brake connector may disconnect. Dealers will inspect it and fit a retaining clip if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE ELECTRONIC PARK BRAKE CONNECTOR MAY DISCONNECT
Defect
The electronic park brake connector may disconnect.
Remedy
Inspect the electronic park brake connector and if necessary fit a retaining clip.
Ignition coils may short circuit and fail
Reported November 1, 2021Model years 2016–2019DVSA recall R/2021/3537,014 vehicles affected
Ignition coils may short circuit and fail, potentially causing the engine to stall or not start. All ignition coils will be replaced. If a misfire diagnostic trouble code is stored, the front exhaust pipe will also be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
POTENTIAL FAILURE OF THE IGNITION COIL MODULE CAUSING ENGINE STALL AND A NONE START CONDITION
Defect
Ignition coils may short circuit and fail.ï¿½
Remedy
Replace all ignition coils. If a misfire DTC is stored replace the front exhaust pipe.ï¿½
Rear stabiliser bracket bolts may loosen
Reported November 1, 2021Model years 2017–2019DVSA recall R/2021/3523,898 vehicles affected
The rear stabiliser bracket bolts may loosen. They will be inspected and tightened to the specified torque; missing bolts will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE BOLTS OF THE REAR STABILISER BRACKET MIGHT BECOME LOOSE
Defect
The bolts on the rear stabilizer bracket might become loose.ï¿½
Remedy
Inspect the bolts and tighten them to theï¿½specifiedï¿½ï¿½torque.ï¿½If the bolt(s) are missing new bolts will beï¿½attached.ï¿½
Ignition coil short circuit may stall engine
Reported April 15, 2021Model years 2018–2019NHTSA campaign 21V264000466,205 vehicles affected
The engine control module may keep powering the ignition coil after the engine is shut off, causing a short circuit that may stall the vehicle and increase crash risk. Dealers will update the software, replace the ignition coils and, if needed, the front exhaust pipe, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Subaru Impreza and 2018-2019 Crosstrek vehicles. The Engine Control Module (ECM) may continue to power the ignition coil after the engine is shut off, causing a short circuit.
Consequence
A short circuit in the ignition coils may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will update the ECM software, replace the ignition coils and, if necessary, the front exhaust pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning June 1, 2021. Owners can contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE-21. Note: This recall includes all vehicles previously repaired under Recall 19V743.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Rear stabilizer bracket bolts may loosen
Reported April 15, 2021Model years 2018–2019NHTSA campaign 21V263000408,271 vehicles affected
Rear stabilizer bracket bolts may loosen and detach, allowing the bracket to shift and increasing crash risk. Dealers will retorque the bolts and replace any that are missing, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Subaru Crosstrek, 2019 Crosstrek Hybrid, and 2019 Forester vehicles. The rear stabilizer bracket bolts may loosen and detach.
Consequence
Missing bolts may allow the rear stabilizer bracket to shift, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will retorque and replace any missing bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-21.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Ignition coil may remain energised after shutdown
Reported November 15, 2020Model years 2016–2019DVSA recall R/2020/3167,014 vehicles affected
Improper engine control module programming may keep the ignition coil energised longer than designed after the engine is off, which may cause the engine to stall or fail to restart. The module will be reprogrammed and the coil replaced if required.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
DUE TO IMPROPER ECM PROGRAMMING UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES THE IGNITION COIL MAY BE ENERGIZED LONGER THAN DESIGNED AFTER THE ENGINE IS OFF
Defect
Possible engine stall and restart failure.
Remedy
Re-programme the engine control module and replace if required the ignition coil.
Brake hose fittings may not seal properly
Reported November 15, 2020Model years 2016–2018DVSA recall R/2020/3151,170 vehicles affected
Brake hose fittings may have insufficient sealing. Affected brake hoses will be replaced with a countermeasure part.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
BRAKE HOSE FITTING CAULKING AREA HAS INSUFFICIENT SEALING
Defect
Vehicles are equipped with brake hose fittings with insufficient sealing.
Remedy
Replace affected brake hoses with a countermeasure part.
Rear seat belt may not lock as intended
Reported March 31, 2020Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 20V1890004,862 vehicles affected
The rear seat belt webbing sensor locking mechanism may not lock as intended. In a crash involving multiple impacts, the belt may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace the rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek vehicles with rear seat belt assemblies with a dual-mode locking mechanism. The seat belt webbing sensor locking mechanism may not lock as intended.
Consequence
In the event of a crash involving multiple impacts, the seat belt may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge. The began April 15, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRC-20.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Ignition coil may overheat and short circuit
Reported January 30, 2020EU Safety Gate A12/00327/20
Incorrect engine control programming may keep the ignition coil energised after the engine is switched off. It may overheat and short circuit, creating a risk of electric shock or fire. The product is recalled from end users.
Official EU Safety Gate text
Component
Electric shock, Fire
Defect
Due to improper Engine Control Module (ECM) programming, the ignition coil may be energized longer than designed after the engine is switched off. If the ignition coil remains energized for a long time, its internal temperature may increase which could cause a short circuit, increasing the risk of electric shock and fire.
Remedy
Recall of the product from end users
Notes
Notified by Belgium
Brake hoses may leak
Reported January 29, 2020EU Safety Gate A12/00326/20
Poor sealing may cause brake fluid to leak from the hoses onto the road, posing a risk to following traffic. The product is recalled from end users.
Official EU Safety Gate text
Component
Injuries
Defect
The sealing of the brake hoses may be insufficient. As a result, brake fluid may leak onto the road, posing a risk to the following traffic.
Remedy
Recall of the product from end users
Notes
Notified by Belgium
PCV valve may separate
Reported December 2, 2019Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 19V85600051,613 vehicles affected
The PCV valve may separate, allowing parts to enter the engine and cause loss of power while driving, increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the valve free of charge; if separated parts cannot be found, they will replace the short block engine free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek, Forester, and Ascent vehicles. The aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve can separate, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, resulting in a loss of power while driving.
Consequence
An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the PCV valve, free of charge. If the PCV valve has separated and the components cannot be found, the short block engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began January 31, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUW-08.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Engine control software may cause a short circuit
Reported October 18, 2019Model years 2018–2019NHTSA campaign 19V743000466,205 vehicles affected
The engine control module may keep powering the ignition coil after the engine is shut off, causing a short circuit and blown fuse. If this happens while driving, the vehicle may stall. Dealers will update the software and inspect and replace the ignition coil as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Impreza and 2018-2019 Crosstrek vehicles. The Engine Control Module (ECM) may continue to power the ignition coil after the engine is shut off, which could result in a short circuit and blown fuse.
Consequence
If a short circuit occurs while driving, the vehicle may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will update the ECM software and inspect and replace the ignition coil, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, on vehicles with confirmed ignition coil damage and a certain stored diagnostic trouble code (DTC), Subaru will replace the front exhaust pipe, free of charge. The recall began December 4, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUQ-02.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
PCV valve may come apart
Reported October 17, 2019Model years 2018NHTSA campaign 19V744000205,000 vehicles affected
The PCV valve may come apart, allowing pieces to enter the engine and cause a loss of power while driving. Dealers will inspect and replace the valve if needed, free of charge. If pieces are missing, the engine will be replaced, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Impreza and 2018 Crosstrek vehicles equipped with an aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve. The PCV valve may come apart, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, possibly resulting in a loss of power while driving.
Consequence
An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the PCV valve, free of charge. If the PCV valve has separated and the components cannot be found, the engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began December 2, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUP-01.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
PCV valves may break and cause loss of engine power
Reported October 10, 2019EU Safety Gate A12/00594/20
Improperly manufactured positive crankcase ventilation valves could break, allowing oil into the combustion chamber. This could reduce engine power and increase accident risk. The product is to be recalled from end users.
Official EU Safety Gate text
Component
Injuries
Defect
The positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valves may have been improperly manufactured.Consequently, they could break, allowing oil to enter the combustion chamber, leading to a loss of engine power and increasing the risk of accident.
Remedy
Recall of the product from end users
Notes
Notified by Belgium
Rear door window glass may be improperly tempered
Reported May 30, 2019Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 19V404000256 vehicles affected
The driver's side rear door window glass may be improperly tempered and shatter into large pieces, increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace the window glass free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek vehicles. The driver's side rear-door window glass may be improperly tempered. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 205, "Glazing Materials."
Consequence
Improperly tempered glass can shatter into large pieces, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's side rear-door window glass, free of charge. The recall began June 11, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUG-92.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Brake lights may not operate properly
Reported April 8, 2019Model years 2010–2016DVSA recall R/2019/10627,900 vehicles affected
Silicone gas may enter the brake light switch housing and cause a conduction failure, so the brake lights may not operate properly. Dealers will replace the switch.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
SILICONE GAS MAY SEEP INTO STOP LIGHT SWITCH HOUSING AND LEAD TO A CONDUCTION FAILURE
Defect
The vehicleï¿½s brake lights may not operate properly.
Remedy
The brake light switch will be replaced on affected vehicles.
Engine valve springs may fracture
Reported March 1, 2019Model years 2013–2014DVSA recall R/2019/025EU Safety Gate A12/0666/194,872 vehicles affected
Engine valve springs may fracture. All engine valve springs will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE LOAD MAY EXCEED THE VALVE SPRING'S FATIGUE STRENGTH AND THE SPRING MAY FRACTURE
Defect
Engine valve springs may fracture.
Remedy
Replace all engine valve springs.
Brake light switch may malfunction
Reported February 28, 2019Model years 2013–2017NHTSA campaign 19V1490001,303,530 vehicles affected
Contaminants may cause the brake light switch to malfunction, preventing the brake lights from illuminating. This can leave other drivers unaware the vehicle is slowing or stopping, increasing crash risk. It may also prevent starting or shifting out of Park. Dealers will replace the switch free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Forester, 2008-2016 Impreza sedans, 2012-2016 Impreza station wagons, 2008-2014 WRX sedans (including STI), and 2013-2017 Crosstrek vehicles. Exposure to certain contaminants may cause the brake light switch to malfunction, preventing the brake lights from illuminating and also preventing keyless ignition vehicles from starting and CVT/automatic transmissions from being able to be shifted out of Park.
Consequence
Brake lights that do not illuminate properly will not alert other drivers that the vehicle is slowing or stopping, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUE-90.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Power steering assist may fail
Reported February 6, 2019Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 19V06500010,417 vehicles affected
A connector inside the electric power steering unit may short circuit, causing loss of steering assist. Steering will require more effort, increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect the steering gearbox and replace it if necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Forester and Crosstrek vehicles. A connector inside the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) unit may short circuit resulting in a loss of electric power steering assistance.
Consequence
Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
None of the affected vehicles have been sold yet. Subaru has notified dealers and they will inspect the steering gearbox, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUC-88.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Engine valve springs may fracture
Reported November 1, 2018Model years 2013NHTSA campaign 18V772000165,534 vehicles affected
Engine valve springs may fracture, causing an engine malfunction or stall and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the valve springs free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Subaru Impreza, 2012-2013 Impreza Stationwagon, 2013 Subaru BRZ, XV Crosstrek and Toyota Scion FR-S vehicles. The engine valve springs in these vehicles may fracture causing an engine malfunction or a possible engine stall.
Consequence
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Subaru will notify their owners. Toyota will notify the FR-S owners. Dealers will replace the valve springs, free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2018. Subaru owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614, Toyota owners may contact the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-888-270-9371. Subaru's number for this recall is WTY-84.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Floor mat may interfere with accelerator or brake pedals
Reported November 7, 2017Model years 2018NHTSA campaign 17V7010002,367 vehicles affected
An incorrect floor mat retention bracket may let the mat move and interfere with the accelerator or brake pedals, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect the bracket and replace it if needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018 Crosstrek vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with an incorrect floor mat retention bracket, allowing the floor mat to move out of position and interfere with the accelerator or brake pedal operation.
Consequence
If the floor mat moves out of position and interferes with the accelerator or brake pedal operation, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Subaru has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the floor mat retention bracket and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2017. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTR-77.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Wiring harness may be damaged at steering column
Reported February 5, 2016EU Safety Gate A12/0217/16
The wiring harness could rub against the steering column assembly and become damaged, causing a short circuit. Wipers, headlamps or the horn may malfunction or stop working, and the engine may stall. The product is to be recalled from end users.
Official EU Safety Gate text
Component
Injuries
Defect
null The wiring harness could become damaged where it is in contact with part of the steering column assembly. If this happened, a short circuit may occur. Potential safety-related consequences include deactivation or malfunction of the windscreen wipers, the headlamps, and/or the horn. Engine stalling may also occur.
Remedy
Recall of the product from end users
Notes
Notified by Greece
Pre-collision braking may not function
Reported June 12, 2015Model years 2015NHTSA campaign 15V36600071,710 vehicles affected
If the brake light switch fails, the automatic pre-collision braking system will not function and the vehicle may not react to an obstacle, increasing crash risk. Dealers will reprogram the driver assist system free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: CRASH IMMINENT BRAKING
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2015 Legacy vehicles manufactured March 10, 2014, to April 16, 2015, Outback vehicles manufactured February 24, 2014, to April 16, 2015, Impreza vehicles manufactured September 9, 2014, to April 14, 2015, XV Crosstrek vehicles manufactured October 16, 2014, to April 15, 2015, and 2016 WRX vehicles manufactured March 23, 2015, and equipped with the Eyesight Driver Assist System. If the switch that activates the brake lights fails, the automatic pre-collision braking component of the driver assist system will not function.
Consequence
If the automatic pre-collision braking system does not function as intended, the vehicle will not react to an obstacle in its path, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the driver assist system, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2015. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WQS-54.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Remote starter fob may start engine unexpectedly
Reported February 25, 2013Model years 2013NHTSA campaign 13V06100047,419 vehicles affected
If dropped, the remote starter fob may malfunction and send an engine start request without a button press. The engine may start and stop repeatedly; in an enclosed area, carbon monoxide may build up. Dealers will replace the fobs free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT
Defect
Subaru is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Legacy and Outback vehicles equipped with an automatic or CVT transmission and an Audiovox remote engine starter (RES) accessory, certain model year 2012-2013 Impreza vehicles equipped with a CVT transmission and an Audiovox remote engine starter (RES) accessory, and certain model year 2013 XV Crosstrek vehicles equipped with a CVT transmission and an Audiovox remote engine starter (RES) accessory. Additionally included are certain model year 2013 Legacy and Outback vehicles that may have received replacement RES fobs. If the RES fob is dropped, the fob may malfunction and randomly transmit an engine start request without pressing the button.
Consequence
The engine may inadvertently start and run for up to fifteen minutes. The engine may continue to start and stop until the fob battery is depleted, or until the vehicle runs out of fuel. If the vehicle is parked in an enclosed area, there is a risk of carbon monoxide build-up which may cause headaches, dizziness or, in extreme cases, unconsciousness and/or asphyxiation.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the RES key fobs, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783 for more information.
Notes
Original equipment keyless entry fobs integrated on the vehicle key are not affected.Subaru's recall campaign number is WQF-42.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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