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2015-2018 Subaru Forester recall: occupant classification

Subaru Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on October 3, 2019. It covers about 366,282 vehicles.

vehicles affected
366,282
reported
Oct 3, 2019
owners notified
Feb 11, 2020
related complaints
468

Air bags: sensor: occupant classification

What is wrong
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Forester vehicles equipped with heated seats. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may loosen.
Risk
If the connection loosens, the front passenger airbag may deactivate even though the seat is occupied, increasing the risk of injury to the front passenger in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the ODS sensor mat harness, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1‑844‑373‑6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUM-98.

Recall number 19V701000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 468 complaints about airbags problems.

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Questions about recall 19V701000

Is there a recall on the 2015-2018 Subaru Forester occupant classification?

Yes. Recall 19V701000, reported on October 3, 2019, covers about 366,282 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 19V701000?

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the ODS sensor mat harness, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1‑844‑373‑6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUM-98.

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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