Subaru recalls

34 official recalls and safety alerts involving Subaru since 2021-12, from EU Safety Gate, NHTSA. Newest first. Check the official notice for exact models and batch codes.

This list only includes recalls Recall Atlas has collected since 2021-10. A product not listed here may still be affected; check with Subaru or the relevant agency.

  1. 2026-10-19
  2. US
    VehiclesDo not drive

    Subaru of America, Inc.: Do Not Drive: Loss of Vehicle Control

    A ball joint that separates from the lower control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

    NHTSASubaru of America, Inc.8 affectedOfficial notice →
  3. 2026-07-07
  4. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Subaru of America, Inc.: Incorrect Weight Rating on Label/FMVSS 110

    An incorrect GAWR label may lead to an overloaded vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    NHTSASubaru of America, Inc.541,237 affectedOfficial notice →
  5. 2026-05-28
  6. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Subaru of America, Inc.: Moonroof Glass May Detach

    A detached glass panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

    NHTSASubaru of America, Inc.69,663 affectedOfficial notice →
  7. 2026-02-23
  8. US
    VehiclesPark outside

    Subaru of America, Inc.: Park Outside - Fuel Cap May Leak Fuel

    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

    NHTSASubaru of America, Inc.69,870 affectedOfficial notice →
  9. 2026-01-09
  10. DEEU
    Vehiclesinjuries

    Passenger car (Subaru) · Solterra

    Due to a software error in the 360° panorama camera control unit, the reverse camera may briefly ‘freeze’ during reversing. Also, when the car is started again, the camera picture may possibly not be displayed. This…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by GermanySubaruOfficial notice →
  11. 2025-12-18
  12. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Subaru of America, Inc.: Rear Hatch Support Bracket May Fail

    A rear hatch support bracket that detaches can allow the rear hatch to fall unexpectedly during use and increase the risk of injury.

    NHTSASubaru of America, Inc.5,603 affectedOfficial notice →
  13. 2025-06-19
  14. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Subaru of America, Inc.: Child Seat Anchor Bolt Not Tightened Properly

    A loose child seat anchor bolt increases the risk of injury to a child during a crash.

    NHTSASubaru of America, Inc.2,938 affectedOfficial notice →
  15. 2025-01-23
  16. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Subaru of America, Inc.: Incorrectly Manufactured Wheels

    A loss of vehicle stability increases the risk of a crash.

    NHTSASubaru of America, Inc.20,366 affectedOfficial notice →
  17. 2024-09-06
  18. PLEU
    Vehiclesinjuries

    Passenger car (Subaru) · Outback

    Moisture can get inside the gearbox and disrupt the electrical connections on the mode selection switch circuit board. This can result in the vehicle failing to discern the engaged gear position, causing the reverse…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by PolandSubaruOfficial notice →
  19. 2024-03-22
  20. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Subaru of America, Inc.: Air Bag May Not Deploy

    An air bag that does not deploy during a crash can increase the risk of injury.

    NHTSASubaru of America, Inc.118,723 affectedOfficial notice →
  21. 2023-11-09
  22. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Subaru of America, Inc.: Switch Failure May Cause Loss of Rearview Image

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

    NHTSASubaru of America, Inc.95,830 affectedOfficial notice →
  23. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Subaru of America, Inc.: Front Driveshaft Assemblies May Crack and Break

    A broken driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power while driving or vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake engaged. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

    NHTSASubaru of America, Inc.4,701 affectedOfficial notice →
  24. 2023-10-26
  25. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Subaru of America, Inc.: Engine Water Pipe May Leak Coolant

    Leaking coolant can contact a hot exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a fire.

    NHTSASubaru of America, Inc.49 affectedOfficial notice →
  26. 2023-09-21
  27. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Subaru of America, Inc.: Driveshaft May Disconnect

    Separation of the front end of the driveshaft increases the risk of a crash.

    NHTSASubaru of America, Inc.4,311 affectedOfficial notice →
  28. 2023-09-01
  29. PLEU
    Vehiclesinjuries

    Passenger car (Subaru) · Legacy, Outback, Levorg, WRX, Impreza, XV

    The Electronic Park Brake (EPB) may not operate as intended. This can lead to the vehicle moving or rolling away whilst in the park brake mode, creating a risk of an accident. The product does not comply with the…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by PolandSubaruOfficial notice →
  30. 2023-08-31
  31. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Subaru of America, Inc.: Inoperative Rear Turn Signals

    Inoperative rear turn signals may not notify other drivers of a turning vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    NHTSASubaru of America, Inc.8,915 affectedOfficial notice →
  32. 2023-08-04
  33. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Subaru of America, Inc.: Instrument Panel Harness Damage

    A short circuit may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

    NHTSASubaru of America, Inc.35,357 affectedOfficial notice →
  34. 2023-06-01
  35. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Subaru of America, Inc.: Ball Joint May Separate from Lower Control Arm

    Ball joint separation while the vehicle is in motion can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

    NHTSASubaru of America, Inc.5 affectedOfficial notice →
  36. 2023-04-25
  37. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Subaru of America, Inc.: Brake Light Switch Malfunction/FMVSS 108 & 102

    An unintentional brake light illumination can fail to alert other motorists of actual brake application. A vehicle that shifts out of the park position unexpectedly can allow the vehicle to rollaway. Either of these…

    NHTSASubaru of America, Inc.4,030 affectedOfficial notice →
  38. 2023-04-07
  39. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Subaru of America, Inc.: Damaged Tire Bead May Cause Loss of Air Pressure

    A damaged tire may experience a sudden loss of air pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.

    NHTSASubaru of America, Inc.4,409 affectedOfficial notice →
  40. 2023-02-14
  41. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Subaru of America, Inc.: Battery Harness Corrosion May Cause Loss of Power

    A 12-Volt battery that is unable to recharge can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

    NHTSASubaru of America, Inc.8,413 affectedOfficial notice →
  42. 2023-02-13
  43. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Subaru of America, Inc.: Incorrectly Installed Replacement Air Bag Inflator

    An incorrectly installed inflator may not properly inflate the passenger air bag, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

    NHTSASubaru of America, Inc.130 affectedOfficial notice →
  44. 2023-02-09
  45. US
    VehiclesDo not drive

    Subaru of America, Inc.: Wheel May Detach From Vehicle

    Wheel detachment while driving can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

    NHTSASubaru of America, Inc.1,182 affectedOfficial notice →
  46. 2023-01-23
  47. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Subaru of America, Inc.: Incorrect Information in Owner's Manual/FMVSS 108

    Incorrect instructions for adjusting the sensitivity of the High Beam Assist function contained in the owner's manual may cause the lights to not be adjusted as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.

    NHTSASubaru of America, Inc.4,615 affectedOfficial notice →
  48. 2022-12-08
  49. US
    VehiclesPark outside

    Subaru of America, Inc.: Improperly Fastened Ground Bolts May Cause Fire

    A melting ground terminal increases the risk of a fire.

    NHTSASubaru of America, Inc.271,694 affectedOfficial notice →
  50. 2022-11-10
  51. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Subaru of America, Inc.: Seat Belt Assembly Malfunction

    The seat belt assembly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

    NHTSASubaru of America, Inc.16 affectedOfficial notice →
  52. 2022-09-22
  53. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Subaru of America, Inc.: Windshield May Detach in a Crash/FMVSS 212

    An insufficiently bonded windshield can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

    NHTSASubaru of America, Inc.42 affectedOfficial notice →
  54. 2022-08-12
  55. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Subaru of America, Inc.: Damaged Lamp Reflectors/FMVSS 108

    Reflectors that do not provide adequate illumination reduce the driver's ability to see and increase the risk of a crash.

    NHTSASubaru of America, Inc.188,397 affectedOfficial notice →
  56. 2022-07-21
  57. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Subaru of America, Inc.: Inoperative Backup Lights and Rearview Image

    Inoperative backup lights and an inoperative rearview camera can reduce vehicle visibility and driver awareness, increasing the risk of a crash.

    NHTSASubaru of America, Inc.59,934 affectedOfficial notice →
  58. 2022-07-08
  59. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Subaru of America, Inc.: Drive Chain May Break Causing Loss of Drive Power

    An improperly secured drive chain may slip and break, causing a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.

    NHTSASubaru of America, Inc.182 affectedOfficial notice →
  60. 2022-07-01
  61. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Subaru of America, Inc.: Loose Electrical Connection May Cause Engine Stall

    A loose electrical connection to the ECU may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

    NHTSASubaru of America, Inc.15 affectedOfficial notice →
  62. 2021-12-09
  63. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Subaru of America, Inc.: Drive Chain May Break Causing Loss of Drive Power

    An improperly secured drive chain may slip and break, causing a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.

    NHTSASubaru of America, Inc.198,255 affectedOfficial notice →
  64. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Subaru of America, Inc.: Tie Rods May Separate

    The tie rods may separate from the housing, causing a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.

    NHTSASubaru of America, Inc.1,305 affectedOfficial notice →
  65. 2021-12-03
  66. PLEU
    Vehiclesinjuries

    Passenger car (Subaru) · Outback

    The object recognition function may work incorrectly under certain circumstances. As a result, the 'Eyesight' emergency braking function could be inadvertently activated, increasing the risk of an accident. The product…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by PolandSubaruOfficial notice →