Subaru Wrx recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 21, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Subaru of America, Inc. recalls 2015–2016 Subaru Wrx, Forester

Recall number

16V162000

Brand / firm

Subaru

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 18,187 units

Why it was recalled

An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 WRX vehicles manufactured April 10, 2015, to October 21, 2015, and Forester 2.0XT vehicles manufactured April 10, 2015, to October 20, 2015. The turbocharger air intake duct may crack and possibly result in an engine stall.

What to do

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the turbocharger air intake duct, and replace it as necessary, free of charge, depending on the lot number found on the duct. The recall began April 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTA-62.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.