NHTSA Recall 19V743000
NHTSA Campaign Id 19V743000; Date: Oct. 18, 2019
if a short circuit occurs while driving, the vehicle may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2018 Subaru Crosstrek; 2019 Subaru Crosstrek; 2017 Subaru Impreza; 2018 Subaru Impreza; 2019 Subaru Impreza
Component: Electrical System:ignition
Manufactured by: Subaru Of America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 466,205
Recall Summary:
subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 impreza and 2018-2019 crosstrek vehicles. the engine control module (ecm) may continue to power the ignition coil after the engine is shut off, which could result in a short circuit and blown fuse.
How to Fix:
subaru will notify owners, and dealers will update the ecm software and inspect and replace the ignition coil, as necessary, free of charge. in addition, on vehicles with confirmed ignition coil damage and a certain stored diagnostic trouble code (dtc), subaru will replace the front exhaust pipe, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin december 13, 2019. owners may contact subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. subaru's number for this recall is wuq-02.
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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