NHTSA recall 19V-149 (19V149000)
exterior lighting recall reported February 28, 2019 - about 1,303,530 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 19V149000
- Also written as
- 19V-149
- Manufacturer number
- WUE-90
- Reported
- February 28, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- ~1,303,530
- Component
- exterior lighting
What is being recalled
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Forester, 2008-2016 Impreza sedans, 2012-2016 Impreza station wagons, 2008-2014 WRX sedans (including STI), and 2013-2017 Crosstrek vehicles. Exposure to certain contaminants may cause the brake light switch to malfunction, preventing the brake lights from illuminating and also preventing keyless ignition vehicles from starting and CVT/automatic transmissions from being able to be shifted out of Park.
Why it is dangerous
Brake lights that do not illuminate properly will not alert other drivers that the vehicle is slowing or stopping, increasing the risk of crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUE-90.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 19V-149 when calling a dealer.
Affected 4 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.