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NHTSARecalled 2019-04-11

Subaru of America, Inc. — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH

Is my product affected?

2005 SUBARU LEGACY; 2005 SUBARU OUTBACK; 2006 SUBARU OUTBACK; 2006 SUBARU LEGACY; 2007 SUBARU OUTBACK; 2007 SUBARU LEGACY; 2008 SUBARU IMPREZA; 2008 SUBARU LEGACY; 2008 SUBARU OUTBACK; 2009 SUBARU FORESTER; 2009 SUBARU LEGACY; 2009 SUBARU IMPREZA; 2008 SUBARU TRIBECA; 2009 SUBARU OUTBACK; 2010 SUBARU OUTBACK; 2010 SUBARU FORESTER; 2010 SUBARU LEGACY; 2010 SUBARU IMPREZA; 2011 SUBARU LEGACY; 2011 SUBARU FORESTER; 2011 SUBARU IMPREZA; 2011 SUBARU OUTBACK; 2012 SUBARU LEGACY; 2012 SUBARU OUTBACK; 2012 SUBARU FORESTER; +27 more

  • Brand SUBARU

Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.

What happened

Subaru is recalling certain 2005-2014 model year vehicles (including Forester, Impreza, WRX, Legacy, Outback, and Tribeca models) that have a mechanical key ignition switch installed as a replacement part. The ball spring inside the switch may break, which can cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position and turn off the engine, particularly if there is weight on the key ring or due to certain road conditions.

An engine turning off unexpectedly while driving increases the risk of a crash. If a crash occurs while the engine is off, the air bag may not deploy, increasing the risk of injury to occupants. To remedy this issue, Subaru dealers will inspect and replace the ignition switch if necessary at no cost to owners. Owners should contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614 to arrange an inspection, referencing recall number WUF-91.

Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.

Hazard

The engine turning off unexpectedly can increase the risk of a crash. If a crash occurs under this condition, the air bag may not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.

What should I do?

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ignition switch, replacing the ignition switch, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 10, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUF-91.

Details from the source

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Forester vehicles, 2008-2011 Impreza vehicles, 2008-2014 WRX vehicles, 2005-2014 Legacy vehicles, 2005-2014 Outback vehicles and 2006-2008 Tribeca vehicles equipped with a mechanical key ignition switch installed as a replacement part. The ball spring inside the switch may break, reducing the strength of the ignition switch. If this occurs, the weight on the key ring and certain road conditions could cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position to the accessory position, turning off the engine.

Source

Official record: NHTSA ↗

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