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Recall 12V-254: 2013 Subaru BRZ

SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Jun 5, 2012, covering about 1,886 vehicles.

NHTSA number
12V-254
Report date
Jun 5, 2012
Vehicles affected
1,886
Owners notified
Jun 19, 2012

The problem

Subaru is recalling certain model year 2013 brz vehicles manufactured from november 25, 2011, through may 25, 2012. The ownerâ’s manual contains an inaccurate description of the actual operation of the front passenger occupant classification system. Other portions of the ownerâ’s manual, describing the air bag system, require clarification. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard (Fmvss) no. 208, â“occupant crash protection.â”

The risk

Misinformation could lead to an increased risk of injury to front seat occupants during certain crash conditions.

The fix

Subaru will notify owners, and will mail corrected ownerâ’s manuals, free of charge. The safety recall began on june 19, 2012. Owners may contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783.

Notes

Subaru's recall campaign number is wqb-38.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerSUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
ComponentEquipment › Other › Owners/Service/Other Manual
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number12V254000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Subaru BRZ2013All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 12V-254?

Subaru is recalling certain model year 2013 brz vehicles manufactured from november 25, 2011, through may 25, 2012. The ownerâ’s manual contains an inaccurate description of the actual operation of the front passenger occupant classification system. Other portions of the ownerâ’s manual, describing the air bag system, require clarification. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard (Fmvss) no. 208, â“occupant crash protection.â”

How is recall 12V-254 fixed?

Subaru will notify owners, and will mail corrected ownerâ’s manuals, free of charge. The safety recall began on june 19, 2012. Owners may contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.