Recall 19V-701
Subaru of America, Inc. recalled the 2015 to 2018 Subaru Forester: Air bags (sensor, occupant classification).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 19V-701
- Reported
- October 3, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- 366,282 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Forester vehicles equipped with heated seats. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may loosen.
The risk
If the connection loosens, the front passenger airbag may deactivate even though the seat is occupied, increasing the risk of injury to the front passenger in the event of a crash.
The fix
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the ODS sensor mat harness, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-[removed]. Subaru's number for this recall is WUM-98.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Subaru Forester 2015 to 2018