Recall 23V-755
Subaru of America, Inc. recalled the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek and 3 other models: Power train (automatic transmission, park/neutral start interlock switch).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 23V-755
- Reported
- November 9, 2023
- Vehicles affected
- 95,830 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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-[removed]. Subaru's number for this recall is WRQ-23.
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 2021
- Subaru Forester 2022
- Subaru Legacy 2021 to 2023
- Subaru Outback 2021 to 2023