Improperly Fastened Ground Bolts (PTC Heater)
Subaru is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ascent SUVs due to improperly fastened ground bolts. These bolts play a key role in the vehicle's electrical grounding system, and if left unchecked, they can cause sparking, leading to a significant fire risk.
Subaru is offering free inspections and repairs for affected vehicles. Owners are advised to park their vehicles away from structures and avoid leaving them unattended while running until repairs are completed.
Improperly Fastened Child Seat Anchor Bolts
Subaru has issued a recall for 2025 Forester Hybrid models due to improperly fastened child seat anchor bolts. These faulty anchors pose a serious safety risk, as they could fail during a crash, potentially allowing a child's seat to become detached. The recall affects models manufactured between November 2024 and March 2025.
More than 2,900 vehicles are affected. Subaru urges owners to check whether their cars are affected and visit a dealership for a free repair. Affected owners will be notified by mail.
Fuel System Issues
Subaru is recalling certain 2019 Ascent, Legacy, Outback, and Impreza vehicles, due to the low-pressure fuel pump with an impeller that could become deformed, potentially causing the engine to stall, later additional cars equipped with the same faulty Denso low-pressure fuel pump, expanding the list to include certain 2019–2020 Ascent and 2018–2020 Impreza, Legacy, and Outback models.
Occupant Detection System (ODS) Sensor Defect
In March 2024, Subaru recalled approximately 119,000 2020-2022 Outback and Legacy vehicles due to a defect in the ODS sensors. Faulty circuit boards in the ODS sensor could cause a capacitor to crack, resulting in a short circuit. This defect can prevent the front passenger airbag from deploying in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Subaru will replace the affected ODS sensors at no charge to the owners.
Takata Airbag
The Takata airbag recall affects several Subaru models, including Legacy and Outback models. The issue stems from faulty airbag inflators containing non-desiccated ammonium nitrate, which can explode upon deployment, sending metal shrapnel into the vehicle. This recall, among the largest in history, has multiple NHTSA campaign numbers, including 20V001 (2020) and 24V-227 (2024).
