NHTSA recall 23V-551: Electrical System

Subaru of America, Inc. · Reported August 4, 2023 · 2 affected model years

Electrical System recall

23V-551
August 4, 2023 · Subaru of America, Inc.
Problem
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Crosstrek and Impreza vehicles. Due to insufficient clearance, the instrument panel harness may contact the steering beam bracket, damaging the wire insulation and causing a short circuit.
Safety risk
A short circuit may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the harness and install an additional clamp on the steering beam bracket. If damage is found, dealers will add protective tape or replace the instrument panel harness, as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 3, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRL-23.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number23V551000
ManufacturerSubaru of America, Inc.
Report dateAugust 4, 2023
ComponentElectrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel
Fixed over the airNo

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.nhtsa.gov.

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Affected vehicles

2024 Subaru Impreza2 recalls total2024 Subaru Crosstrek2 recalls total

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