Report Date
Mar 22, 2024
Component
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
Affected Vehicles
6
Defect Description
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Outback and Legacy vehicles. A capacitor in the sensors for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may crack and short circuit, which can prevent the front passenger air bag from deploying in a crash.
Safety Consequence
An air bag that does not deploy during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ODS sensors on the front passenger seat, free of charge. Owner notifications were mailed February 3, 2025. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRA-24.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | SUBARU | LEGACY |
| 2020 | SUBARU | OUTBACK |
| 2021 | SUBARU | LEGACY |
| 2021 | SUBARU | OUTBACK |
| 2022 | SUBARU | LEGACY |
| 2022 | SUBARU | OUTBACK |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.