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2017-2019 Subaru Crosstrek and Subaru Impreza recall: software

Subaru Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on April 15, 2021. It covers about 466,205 vehicles.

vehicles affected
466,205
reported
Apr 15, 2021
owners notified
Jun 1, 2021
related complaints
137

Electrical system: software

What is wrong
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.
Risk
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.

Recall number 21V264000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 137 complaints about electrical problems.

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Questions about recall 21V264000

Is there a recall on the 2017-2019 Subaru Crosstrek and Subaru Impreza software?

Yes. Recall 21V264000, reported on April 15, 2021, covers about 466,205 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 21V264000?

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.

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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