5 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Posted on: 2019-02-08
Description
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.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #2 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
Posted on: 2019-12-03
Description
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.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #3 - SUSPENSION:REAR
Posted on: 2021-04-15
Description
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.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #4 - SUSPENSION:REAR
Posted on: 2021-04-15
Description
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.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #5 - SUSPENSION:REAR
Posted on: 2021-04-15
Description
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.
Corrective Action
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.