NHTSA recall 17V-701 (17V701000)
service brakes recall reported November 7, 2017 - about 2,367 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 17V701000
- Also written as
- 17V-701
- Manufacturer number
- WTR-77
- Reported
- November 7, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- ~2,367
- Component
- service brakes
What is being recalled
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018 Crosstrek vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with an incorrect floor mat retention bracket, allowing the floor mat to move out of position and interfere with the accelerator or brake pedal operation.
Why it is dangerous
If the floor mat moves out of position and interferes with the accelerator or brake pedal operation, it can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Subaru has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the floor mat retention bracket and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2017. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTR-77.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 17V-701 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.