Every Subaru Safety Recall In The UK, By Model And Year, With What Each Fault Means And How To Get It Fixed
Subaru has 37 UK safety recalls in DVSA records, including 13 since 2020. The most common recent faults involve software, loss of power and brakes. Enter your registration to check your Subaru; you won't usually pay for a recall repair at a franchised Subaru dealer.1
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Latest Subaru Recalls
These are the newest Subaru recalls registered with DVSA, newest first.
37 recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Vehicles | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CrosstrekIncorrect vertical load value on trailer hitch label for 2024-2025MY Crosstrek vehicles | 70 | Low | R/2026/171 | |
| SolterraSoftware update for Parking Assist ECU on certain 2023MY-2025MY Solterra | 965 | Low | R/2025/484 | |
| SolterraElectric Compressor on 2023MY: 2025MY Solterra | 895 | Low | R/2025/389 | |
| OutbackMalfunction of inhibitor switch on CVT | 116 | Low | R/2024/391 | |
| SolterraSoftware update for forward recognition camera | 811 | Low | R/2024/270 | |
| BRZ, ForesterThe impeller deformation may cause the fuel pump to become inoperative | 99 | Urgent | R/2022/266 | |
| WRX STIReverse light may fail due to coating on the switch | 1,543 | Low | R/2022/259 | |
| Impreza, Levorg, Outback, XVThe electronic park brake connector may disconnect | 4,769 | Urgent | R/2022/260 | |
| OutbackThe eyesight logic may cause an un-necessary activation of the pre-collision braking | 152 | Urgent | R/2022/053 | |
| Forester, Impreza, XVPotential failure of the ignition coil module causing engine stall and a none start condition | 2,338 | Urgent | R/2021/353 | |
| Forester, XVThe bolts of the rear stabiliser bracket might become loose | 1,949 | Low | R/2021/352 | |
| Forester, Impreza, XVDue to improper ecm programming under certain circumstances the ignition coil may be energized longer than designed after the engine is off | 2,338 | Urgent | R/2020/316 | |
| Impreza, XVBrake hose fitting caulking area has insufficient sealing | 585 | Urgent | R/2020/315 | |
| Forester, Impreza, WRX, XVSilicone gas may seep into stop light switch housing and lead to a conduction failure | 6,975 | Book soon | R/2019/106 | |
| Legacy, OutbackA driving range indicator in the multi information display has a program error | 422 | Low | R/2019/052 | |
| BRZ, Forester, Impreza, Legacy and 2 moreThe load may exceed the valve spring's fatigue strength and the spring may fracture | 812 | Book soon | R/2019/025 | |
| Legacy, OutbackElectronic parking brake capacitor on inner circuit board and magnet ring of the sensor may fracture | 4,199 | Urgent | R/2018/346 | |
| ForesterClutch pipe may contact bulkhead wiring and potentially cause the engine to cut out | 1,146 | Low | R/2018/333 | |
| Impreza, Legacy, OutbackMis connection of the fuel pump connector | 6,649 | Urgent | R/2018/326 | |
| Legacy, OutbackObstruction in cowl area may force wipers to park out of position and overheat | 3,906 | Urgent | R/2018/229 | |
| Forester, Impreza, Legacy, OutbackFront passenger airbag inflator may rupture in a deployment event | 7,589 | Urgent | R/2018/141 | |
| Legacy, Outback, TribecaFront passenger airbag inflator may fail | 13,200 | Urgent | R/2018/122 | |
| BRZLoss of power assistance | 438 | Urgent | R/2016/191 | |
| ImprezaAirbag may not deploy | 408 | Urgent | R/2016/148 | |
| Forester, Legacy, Outback, WRXEngine may stall | 255 | Urgent | R/2016/147 | |
| TribecaBonnet catch may open | 744 | Book soon | R/2016/142 | |
| ImprezaPassenger side airbag may fail to deploy correctly | 10,452 | Urgent | R/2015/112 | |
| OutbackBrake lamps may not function | 436 | Urgent | R/2015/131 | |
| Forester, Impreza, Legacy, OutbackBrake fluid may leak | 21,343 | Urgent | R/2014/127 | |
| Legacy, OutbackBrakes may fail | 12,379 | Urgent | R/2013/119 | |
| Forester, ImprezaEngine may cut out | 80 | Urgent | R/2013/117 | |
| Forester, ImprezaLower control arms may fail | 22,928 | Book soon | R/2011/146 | |
| JustySteering control could be lost | 1,184 | Urgent | R/2010/194 | |
| Legacy, OutbackCvt gearbox oil may leak and loss of drive may occur | 404 | Urgent | R/2010/130 | |
| LegacyRear brake caliper union bolt may leak | 2,065 | Urgent | R/2005/117 | |
| LegacyRear door may not close correctly | 4,319 | Book soon | R/2005/116 | |
| ImprezaOil flow control valve cover retaining bolts may become loose | 1,588 | Urgent | R/2004/194 |
Open any reference for the build dates covered, the fix and what to do. Urgency labels follow our published rules.
Subaru Recalls By Model
Choose your model to see only its recalls. The Outback, Impreza and Forester have the most Subaru recall references since 2015.
- Outback12
- Impreza10
- Forester9
- Legacy8
- XV7
- Solterra3
- BRZ3
- WRX2
- Tribeca2
- Crosstrek1
- WRX STI1
- Levorg1
A recall can cover only certain build dates or engines, so confirm with Subaru by VIN. See where to find your VIN.
How Many Recalls Has Subaru Had?
Since 2020 Subaru has launched 13 UK recalls. Adjusted for its cars on the road, that is 22.61 car recalls per 100,000 licensed cars.
The per-car figure divides car recalls since 2020 by the number of Subaru cars licensed in the UK in 2026 Q2, with van-only recalls removed.2 Subaru has a small number of cars on UK roads, so one or two recalls can move this rate a long way. A higher count doesn't mean a car is less reliable: it reflects the size of the range, how vans are counted and how readily a maker recalls. See which car makes have the most recalls.
The Most Common Subaru Recall Faults
Recent Subaru recalls most often involve software, loss of power and brakes.
A recall can involve more than one type of fault, so the rows overlap. 19% of Subaru recalls include a software update, often done in under an hour. Each fault type links to a page explaining the warning signs and what to do.
Biggest Subaru Recalls Since 2020
The largest recent Subaru recall is R/2022/260 (the electronic park brake connector may disconnect), covering about 4,769 vehicle-records.
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Vehicles | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subaru Impreza, Levorg, Outback, XVThe electronic park brake connector may disconnect | 4,769 | Urgent | R/2022/260 | |
| Subaru Forester, Impreza, XVPotential failure of the ignition coil module causing engine stall and a none start condition | 2,338 | Urgent | R/2021/353 | |
| Subaru Forester, Impreza, XVDue to improper ecm programming under certain circumstances the ignition coil may be energized longer than designed after the engine is off | 2,338 | Urgent | R/2020/316 | |
| Subaru Forester, XVThe bolts of the rear stabiliser bracket might become loose | 1,949 | Low | R/2021/352 | |
| Subaru WRX STIReverse light may fail due to coating on the switch | 1,543 | Low | R/2022/259 |
Vehicle-records are the manufacturer's estimates, and one car can appear in several recalls.
How To Get A Subaru Recall Fixed
Book with any franchised Subaru dealer using your VIN and the campaign code on your letter. The work is normally free, and the dealer records it with Subaru.1
Use the contact page on Subaru's UK website, or ask any franchised Subaru dealer. Have your VIN, registration, mileage and the code from your letter ready. See manufacturer recall helplines and how long a recall repair takes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Subaru Recalls Free?
Yes. You won't usually pay for a safety recall repair.1 See do you have to pay for a recall?.
Do Subaru Recalls Expire?
No. A recall stays in force for any car that wasn't fixed, even after it is closed for reporting.3 See do car recalls expire?.
Can I Drive My Subaru With An Open Recall?
Follow your letter. Most recalls let you drive until the repair; a stop-drive notice doesn't. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
What Does The Code On My Subaru Letter Mean?
It is Subaru's campaign reference. Look it up with our recall code lookup.
Data: DVSA vehicle recall data (Open Government Licence v3.0), updated 15 October 2026.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.
- Models with fewer than 5 refs show lists, not rates.
- Code timelines: Producers normally respond to DVSA within 28 days (5.5); DVSA reviews are typically monthly (5.4). DVSA must be notified "as soon as the safety defect has been confirmed" (6.1). 3 notifications per motorist is seen as reasonable (8.3). Response rates are reported every three months (11.1).