2017 Subaru Forester Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2017 Subaru Forester. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 19V701000Oct 3, 2019366,282 vehicles potentially affected
  Air bags › Sensor › Occupant classification
  Covers: Subaru Forester 2015–2018

  Reported issue: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Forester vehicles equipped with heated seats. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may loosen.

  Possible consequence: If the connection loosens, the front passenger airbag may deactivate even though the seat is occupied, increasing the risk of injury to the front passenger in the event of a crash.

  Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the ODS sensor mat harness, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUM-98.

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NHTSA investigations

• PE19009Occupant Detection System (ODS) FailureClosed · Aug 6, 2019

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