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2025 Subaru Forester recall: child seat

Subaru Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on June 19, 2025. It covers about 2,938 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2,938
reported
Jun 19, 2025
owners notified
Jul 17, 2025

Child seat

What is wrong
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2025 Forester vehicles. The child seat anchor bolts may have been improperly tightened, allowing the bolts to come loose.
Risk
A loose child seat anchor bolt increases the risk of injury to a child during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the child seat anchor bolts and, if necessary, tighten the bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1‑844‑373‑6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRC-25.

Recall number 25V419000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 25V419000

Is there a recall on the 2025 Subaru Forester child seat?

Yes. Recall 25V419000, reported on June 19, 2025, covers about 2,938 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 25V419000?

Dealers will inspect the child seat anchor bolts and, if necessary, tighten the bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1‑844‑373‑6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRC-25.

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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