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2016 SUBARU Impreza EXTERIOR LIGHTING Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Critical

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EXTERIOR LIGHTING Safety Recalls

Critical #19V149000 Plain English
Component

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

Manufacturer
Subaru of America, Inc.
What Happened
The brake light switch in your vehicle controls the brake lights. It's a small switch that helps your brake lights turn on and off when you press the brake pedal. In certain Subaru models, this switch can malfunction if it gets exposed to the wrong substances.
Risk if Unfixed
If the brake light switch fails, your brake lights won't come on when you press the brake pedal. This means other drivers won't know you're slowing down or stopping, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Your Subaru dealer will replace the brake light switch for free. They'll swap it out with a new one to ensure your brake lights work properly, and you'll be notified when it's time to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Forester, 2008-2016 Impreza sedans, 2012-2016 Impreza station wagons, 2008-2014 WRX sedans (including STI), and 2013-2017 Crosstrek vehicles. Exposure to certain contaminants may cause the brake light switch to malfunction, preventing the brake lights from illuminating and also preventing keyless ignition vehicles from starting and CVT/automatic transmissions from being able to be shifted out of Park.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Brake lights that do not illuminate properly will not alert other drivers that the vehicle is slowing or stopping, increasing the risk of crash.
Original — Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUE-90.
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Other SUBARU Impreza Years

2024
2 recalls
2023
2 recalls
2022
1 recall
2021
2 recalls
2020
1 recall
2019
5 recalls
2018
5 recalls
2017
7 recalls
2015
2 recalls
2014
3 recalls
2013
4 recalls
2012
6 recalls
2011
14 recalls
2010
15 recalls
2009
15 recalls
2008
15 recalls
2007
9 recalls
2006
10 recalls
2005
6 recalls
2004
8 recalls
2003
6 recalls
2002
6 recalls
2001
3 recalls
2000
4 recalls

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2001 HONDA Civic
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2003 HONDA Civic
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2001 HONDA Accord
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2000 HONDA Civic
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2016 SUBARU Impreza safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH recall for the 2016 SUBARU Impreza? (Campaign #19V149000)

The brake light switch in your vehicle controls the brake lights. It's a small switch that helps your brake lights turn on and off when you press the brake pedal. In certain Subaru models, this switch can malfunction if it gets exposed to the wrong substances. If the brake light switch fails, your brake lights won't come on when you press the brake pedal. This means other drivers won't know you're slowing down or stopping, which could lead to a crash. Your Subaru dealer will replace the brake light switch for free. They'll swap it out with a new one to ensure your brake lights work properly, and you'll be notified when it's time to schedule the repair.