NHTSA Recall 19V149000
NHTSA Campaign Id 19V149000; Date: Feb. 28, 2019
brake lights that do not illuminate properly will not alert other drivers that the vehicle is slowing or stopping, increasing the risk of crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2013 Subaru Crosstrek; 2014 Subaru Crosstrek; 2015 Subaru Crosstrek; 2016 Subaru Crosstrek; 2017 Subaru Crosstrek; 2014 Subaru Forester; 2015 Subaru Forester; 2016 Subaru Forester; 2008 Subaru Impreza; 2009 Subaru Impreza; 2010 Subaru Impreza; 2011 Subaru Impreza; 2012 Subaru Impreza; 2013 Subaru Impreza; 2014 Subaru Impreza; 2015 Subaru Impreza; 2016 Subaru Impreza; 2008 Subaru WRX; 2009 Subaru WRX; 2010 Subaru WRX; 2011 Subaru WRX; 2012 Subaru WRX; 2013 Subaru WRX; 2014 Subaru WRX
Component: Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch
Manufactured by: Subaru Of America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 1,303,530
Recall Summary:
subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2014-2016 forester, 2008-2016 impreza sedans, 2012-2016 impreza station wagons, 2008-2014 wrx sedans (including sti), and 2013-2017 crosstrek vehicles. exposure to certain contaminants may cause the brake light switch to malfunction, preventing the brake lights from illuminating and also preventing keyless ignition vehicles from starting and cvt/automatic transmissions from being able to be shifted out of park.
How to Fix:
subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin april 29, 2019. owners may contact subaru customer service at 1-800-373-6614. subaru's number for this recall is wue-90.
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.
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