2015 Subaru WRX recall: wiring
Subaru Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on October 6, 2017. It covers about 9,178 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 9,178
- reported
- Oct 6, 2017
- owners notified
- Oct 31, 2017
- related complaints
- 6
Electrical system: wiring
- What is wrong
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015 WRX and WRX/STI vehicles, equipped with an optional factory-installed subwoofer in the trunk. Items in the trunk may cause the subwoofer wiring to contact the subwoofer metal frame, possibly resulting in an electrical short.
- Risk
- An electrical short may damage the subwoofer amplifier, and may result in the subwoofer overheating, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the subwoofer wire, install a wire retainer clip, and, as necessary, replace the subwoofer, free of charge. The recall began October 31, 2017. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1‑800‑782‑2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTQ-76.
Recall number 17V625000
Affected vehicles
- Subaru WRX 2015 2015
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 6 complaints about electrical problems.
Questions about recall 17V625000
Is there a recall on the 2015 Subaru WRX wiring?
Yes. Recall 17V625000, reported on October 6, 2017, covers about 9,178 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 17V625000?
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the subwoofer wire, install a wire retainer clip, and, as necessary, replace the subwoofer, free of charge. The recall began October 31, 2017. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1‑800‑782‑2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTQ-76.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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