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18V-935

Dec 31

Subaru

In the affected vehicles, a software issue may cause the audio display system to not initialize, resulting in the camera display remaining blank

Visibility and wipers

71,190

Software update

18V-773

Nov 1

Subaru

Due to a software error, the low fuel warning light may not illuminate at the intended remaining fuel level and the miles-to-empty display may…

Electrical system

228,648

Software update

18V-508

Aug 2

Subaru

These vehicles may be missing spot welds on, or around, the B-Pillar, compromising vehicle strength

Structure

293

Part replacement

18V-455

Jul 10

Subaru

Certification Label may indicate the incorrect wheel size, tire size, and air pressure

Equipment

3,654

Repair or modification

Campaign 18V-935

In the affected vehicles, a software issue may cause the audio display system to not initialize, resulting in the camera display remaining blank

Manufacturer: Subaru
Filed: December 31, 2018
Component: Visibility and wipers
Vehicles affected: 71,190
Remedy: Software update
Recall type: Vehicle

Defect summary

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018 Legacy, Outback, and BRZ vehicles. In the affected vehicles, a software issue may cause the audio display system to not initialize, resulting in the camera display remaining blank. If this occurs, the rearview image will not display while backing up the vehicle. As a result, the vehicles fail to comply with requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

Consequence

Failure to display the rearview image while backing up increases the risk of crash.

Remedy

Subaru has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the audio system display software, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WTZ-85.

Affected models

Subaru BRZ 2018 Subaru Legacy 2018 Subaru Outback 2018

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