NHTSA recall 22V-838 (22V838000)

seat belts recall reported November 10, 2022 - about 16 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 22V838000
Also written as: 22V-838
Manufacturer number: WRJ-22
Reported: November 10, 2022
Vehicles affected: ~16
Component: seat belts

What is being recalled

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Forester vehicles. The front seat belt assembly force-limiter may not operate correctly in the event of a crash.

Why it is dangerous

The seat belt assembly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assembly, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 9, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRJ-22.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 22V-838 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Subaru Forester - 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013

Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.

Is YOUR car included? A campaign rarely covers every single vehicle of a model year. Check your exact car by its 17-character VIN with the free VIN decoder and recall check.

Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.