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Matching campaigns by monthAug 2024 to Jul 2026

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26V-436

Jul 7, 2026

Subaru

These vehicles were manufactured with an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the certification label

Equipment

541,237

Repair or modification

26V-346

May 28, 2026

Subaru

Sliding glass panel of the power moonroof assembly may have been improperly bonded to the sliding frame, allowing the glass panel to detach from…

Visibility and wipers

69,663

Part replacement

26V-106

Feb 23, 2026

Subaru

When the fuel tank is near full capacity, an increase in ambient temperature may cause the fuel to expand and spill out of the filler neck due to…

Fuel system

69,870

Part replacement

25V-889

Dec 18, 2025

Subaru

These vehicles may have been manufactured with an incorrect and/or incorrectly oriented rear hatch support bracket which can detach without prior…

Structure

5,603

Part replacement

25V-419

Jun 19, 2025

Subaru

Child seat anchor bolts may have been improperly tightened, allowing the bolts to come loose

Child seats

2,938

Repair or modification

25V-033

Jan 23, 2025

Subaru

Wheels may have been manufactured with an incorrectly specified lug seat surface, which can result in the wheel being improperly attached and…

Wheels

20,366

Part replacement

24V-227

Mar 22, 2024

Subaru

Capacitor in the sensors for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may crack and short circuit, which can prevent the front passenger air bag from…

Airbags

118,723

Part replacement

23V-755

Nov 9, 2023

Subaru

Insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail

Powertrain

95,830

Part replacement

23V-754

Nov 9, 2023

Subaru

Front driveshaft assemblies' outer race may develop cracks and break

Powertrain

4,701

Part replacement

23V-723

Oct 26, 2023

Subaru

Engine water pipe may have loose attachment bolts, allowing the pipe to lose its seal and leak coolant

Engine and cooling

Repair or modification

Campaign 25V-889

These vehicles may have been manufactured with an incorrect and/or incorrectly oriented rear hatch support bracket which can detach without prior…

Manufacturer: Subaru
Filed: December 18, 2025
Component: Structure
Vehicles affected: 5,603
Remedy: Part replacement
Recall type: Vehicle

Defect summary

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2026 Forester vehicles. These vehicles may have been manufactured with an incorrect and/or incorrectly oriented rear hatch support bracket which can detach without prior warning.

Consequence

A rear hatch support bracket that detaches can allow the rear hatch to fall unexpectedly during use and increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the rear hatch support brackets and, if necessary, replace the stay and support bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 29, 2026. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-25. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 20, 2025.

Affected models

Subaru Forester 2026

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