Recall 21V264000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Report Date
20210415
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Affected Vehicles
5 models

Defect Description

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Subaru Impreza and 2018-2019 Crosstrek vehicles. The Engine Control Module (ECM) may continue to power the ignition coil after the engine is shut off, causing a short circuit.

Safety Consequence

A short circuit in the ignition coils may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will update the ECM software, replace the ignition coils and, if necessary, the front exhaust pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning June 1, 2021. Owners can contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE-21. Note: This recall includes all vehicles previously repaired under Recall 19V743.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2017 SUBARU IMPREZA
2018 SUBARU CROSSTREK
2018 SUBARU IMPREZA
2019 SUBARU CROSSTREK
2019 SUBARU IMPREZA

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.