NHTSA recall 26V-436 (26V436000)
equipment recall reported July 7, 2026 - about 541,237 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 26V436000
- Also written as
- 26V-436
- Manufacturer number
- WRH-26
- Reported
- July 7, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- ~541,237
- Component
- equipment
What is being recalled
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2026 Crosstrek Hybrid, 2025-2026 Forester Hybrid, Forester, and 2019-2026 Ascent vehicles. These vehicles were manufactured with an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the certification label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 110, "Tire selection and rims."
Why it is dangerous
An incorrect GAWR label may lead to an overloaded vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Subaru will mail a new certification label to owners, free of charge. Owners may also choose to have a dealer install the new label, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed August 27, 2026. Additional letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRH-26.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 26V-436 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.