NHTSA recall 17V-625 (17V625000)
electrical system recall reported October 6, 2017 - about 9,178 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 17V625000
- Also written as
- 17V-625
- Manufacturer number
- WTQ-76
- Reported
- October 6, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- ~9,178
- Component
- electrical system
What is being recalled
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015 WRX and WRX/STI vehicles, equipped with an optional factory-installed subwoofer in the trunk. Items in the trunk may cause the subwoofer wiring to contact the subwoofer metal frame, possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Why it is dangerous
An electrical short may damage the subwoofer amplifier, and may result in the subwoofer overheating, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the subwoofer wire, install a wire retainer clip, and, as necessary, replace the subwoofer, free of charge. The recall began October 31, 2017. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTQ-76.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 17V-625 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.