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NHTSARecalled Nov 9, 2023 · #23V755000

Switch Failure May Cause Loss of Rearview Image

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Description

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. An inoperative inhibitor switch may prevent the reverse lights from illuminating and the rearview camera image from displaying, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Switch Failure May Cause Loss of Rearview Image
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Subaru of America, Inc.
Model numbers
2021 Crosstrek, 2022 Forester, 2023 Legacy
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice