NHTSA recall 23V755000
Power train › Automatic transmission › Park/neutral start interlock switch
Subaru Crosstrek and 3 more
Reported Nov 9, 202395,830 vehicles affectedSubaru of America, Inc.Maker’s number WRQ-23Built Feb 8, 2021 – Jul 30, 2021
The defect
Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2021 Crosstrek, 2022 Forester, 2021-2023 Legacy, and Outback vehicles. An insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail.
The risk
An inoperative inhibitor switch may prevent the reverse lights from illuminating and the rearview camera image from displaying, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the inhibitor switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WRQ-23.