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2018 Subaru Legacy and Subaru Outback recall: software

Subaru Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on November 1, 2018. It covers about 228,648 vehicles.

vehicles affected
228,648
reported
Nov 1, 2018
owners notified
Feb 20, 2019
related complaints
307

Electrical system: software

What is wrong
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018 Subaru Legacy and Outback vehicles. Due to a software error, the low fuel warning light may not illuminate at the intended remaining fuel level and the miles-to-empty display may incorrectly indicate a positive number despite the tank being empty.
Risk
The inaccurate fuel display may cause a driver to unexpectedly run out of fuel and the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the combination meter software, free of charge. The recall began February 20, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1‑844‑373‑6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WTW-82.

Recall number 18V773000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 307 complaints about electrical problems.

2018 Subaru Legacy2018 Subaru Outback

Questions about recall 18V773000

Is there a recall on the 2018 Subaru Legacy and Subaru Outback software?

Yes. Recall 18V773000, reported on November 1, 2018, covers about 228,648 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V773000?

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the combination meter software, free of charge. The recall began February 20, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1‑844‑373‑6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WTW-82.

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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