Recall 21V-264
Subaru of America, Inc. recalled the 2018 to 2019 Subaru Crosstrek and 1 other model: Electrical system (software); Engine and engine cooling (engine, engine control module (ecu/ecm), software); Electrical system (ignition); Engine and engine cooling (exhaust system, manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 21V-264
- Reported
- April 15, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 466,205 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Subaru Impreza and 2018-2019 Crosstrek vehicles. The Engine Control Module (ECM) may continue to power the ignition coil after the engine is shut off, causing a short circuit.
The risk
A short circuit in the ignition coils may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will update the ECM software, replace the ignition coils and, if necessary, the front exhaust pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning June 1, 2021. Owners can contact Subaru customer service at 1-[removed]. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE-21. Note: This recall includes all vehicles previously repaired under Recall 19V743.
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 Crosstrek 2018 to 2019
- Subaru Impreza 2017 to 2019