Component
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
Manufacturer
Subaru of America, Inc.
What Happened
Your Subaru Forester's occupant classification system, which helps the airbag deploy properly, may have a faulty electrical connection in the front passenger seat.
Risk if Unfixed
If this connection fails, the airbag for the front passenger may not deploy even if someone is sitting in the seat, which could lead to serious injury in a crash.
Free Fix
Subaru will fix this issue for free by inspecting and replacing the Occupant Detection System sensor mat harness at a dealership of your choice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — 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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