NHTSA recall 19V701000
Air bags › Sensor › Occupant classification
Subaru Forester
Reported Oct 3, 2019366,282 vehicles affectedSubaru of America, Inc.Maker’s number WUM-98Built Jan 20, 2015 – Aug 1, 2017
The defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Forester vehicles equipped with heated seats. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may loosen.
The risk
If the connection loosens, the front passenger airbag may deactivate even though the seat is occupied, increasing the risk of injury to the front passenger in the event of a crash.
The remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the ODS sensor mat harness, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUM-98.