NHTSA recall 18V-773 (18V773000)
fuel system, gasoline recall reported November 1, 2018 - about 228,648 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 18V773000
- Also written as
- 18V-773
- Manufacturer number
- WTW-82
- Reported
- November 1, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- ~228,648
- Component
- fuel system, gasoline
What is being recalled
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018 Subaru Legacy and Outback vehicles. Due to a software error, the low fuel warning light may not illuminate at the intended remaining fuel level and the miles-to-empty display may incorrectly indicate a positive number despite the tank being empty.
Why it is dangerous
The inaccurate fuel display may cause a driver to unexpectedly run out of fuel and the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the combination meter software, free of charge. The recall began February 20, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WTW-82.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-773 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
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.