Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH
Manufacturer
Subaru of America, Inc.
What Happened
The inhibitor switch in your vehicle is like a safety lock that makes sure you can only shift gears when the transmission is in park. In some 2021-2023 models, the weld on this switch might not be strong enough, allowing water to get inside and cause it to fail.
Risk if Unfixed
If the inhibitor switch fails, your reverse lights won't turn on, and your rearview camera might not display anything. This could make it harder to see what's behind your vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Subaru dealer will replace the faulty inhibitor switch with a new one, and it's completely free. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2021 Crosstrek, 2022 Forester, 2021-2023 Legacy, and Outback vehicles. An insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inoperative inhibitor switch may prevent the reverse lights from illuminating and the rearview camera image from displaying, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the inhibitor switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WRQ-23.
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