Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Manufacturer
Subaru of America, Inc.
What Happened
Your vehicle's windshield may not be properly attached to the vehicle due to incorrect paint clearcoat.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're in a crash, the windshield could detach, which could lead to injuries.
Free Fix
Subaru will give you a free vehicle exchange or repurchase, and you'll be notified by mail in November 2022.
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Original — What Happened
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2022 Impreza and Outback vehicles. The incorrect paint clearcoat may have been applied, which can cause the windshield to be insufficiently bonded to the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 212, "Windshield Mounting."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An insufficiently bonded windshield can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Subaru will offer owners a vehicle exchange or repurchase, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 21, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRH-22.
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