Recall 23V-755: 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Forester and 2 more
Subaru of America, Inc. recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Nov 9, 2023, covering about 95,830 vehicles.
The problem
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.
The risk
An inoperative inhibitor switch may prevent the reverse lights from illuminating and the rearview camera image from displaying, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Subaru of America, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Park/Neutral Start Interlock Switch |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 23V755000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Subaru Crosstrek | 2021 | All years |
| Subaru Forester | 2022 | All years |
| Subaru Legacy | 2021, 2022, 2023 | All years |
| Subaru Outback | 2021, 2022, 2023 | All 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 23V-755?
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.
How is recall 23V-755 fixed?
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.
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.