Subaru Impreza recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 1, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Subaru of America, Inc. recalls 2012 Subaru Impreza

Recall number

15V419000

Brand / firm

Subaru

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 30,348 units

Why it was recalled

If the ODS deactivates, the front passenger air bag will be turned off and the front passenger air bag will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.

What was recalled

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2012 model year Subaru Impreza 4-Door and Station Wagon vehicles (except WRX/STI models) manufactured April 21, 2011, to February 16, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may deactivate if a front seat passenger operates a device that is plugged into the power outlet such as a music player or cell phone, or touches a metal part of the vehicle such as the forward/rearward seat adjuster lever.

What to do

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Occupant Control Unit with a modified one, free of charge. The recall began August 21, 2015. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WQT-55.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.