NHTSA Recall 17V625000
NHTSA Campaign Id 17V625000; Date: Oct. 6, 2017
An electrical short may damage the subwoofer amplifier, and may result in the subwoofer overheating, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2015 Subaru WRX
Component: Electrical System:wiring
Manufactured by: Subaru Of America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 9,178
Recall Summary:
Subaru of America, inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015 wrx and wrx/sti vehicles, equipped with an optional factory-installed subwoofer in the trunk. Items in the trunk may cause the subwoofer wiring to contact the subwoofer metal frame, possibly resulting in an electrical short.
How to Fix:
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the subwoofer wire, install a wire retainer clip, and, as necessary, replace the subwoofer, free of charge. The recall began October 31, 2017. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is wtq-76.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 31, 2017
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