Subaru Forester, Impreza, WRX And 1 More Recall R/2019/106: Silicone Gas May Seep Into Stop Light Switch Housing And Lead To A Conduction Failure, Who Is Affected And What To Do
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- How serious
- 8 Apr 2019
- Launched
- 6,975
- vehicles in the UK
- SRT270
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Subaru recalled Forester, Impreza, WRX and 1 more vehicles built between 22 June 2010 and 22 September 2016. The vehicle,s brake lights may not operate properly. The dealer will replace the brake light switch on affected vehicles. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The vehicle,s brake lights may not operate properly.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: SILICONE GAS MAY SEEP INTO STOP LIGHT SWITCH HOUSING AND LEAD TO A CONDUCTION FAILURE Defect: The vehicle�s brake lights may not operate properly. Remedy: The brake light switch will be replaced on affected vehicles.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: silicone gas may seep into stop light switch housing and lead to a conduction failure.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the brake light switch on affected vehicles.
Are You Affected?
Forester, Impreza, WRX and 1 more built between 22 June 2010 and 22 September 2016 may be included. Subaru estimates 6,975 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Subaru, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Subaru.
- Book with any franchised Subaru dealer, quoting the campaign code SRT270 or the DVSA reference R/2019/106. See how to get a Subaru recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRZ, ForesterThe impeller deformation may cause the fuel pump to become inoperative | Urgent | R/2022/266 | |
| Impreza, Levorg, Outback, XVThe electronic park brake connector may disconnect | Urgent | R/2022/260 | |
| Forester, Impreza, XVPotential failure of the ignition coil module causing engine stall and a none start condition | Urgent | R/2021/353 | |
| Forester, XVThe bolts of the rear stabiliser bracket might become loose | 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 | Urgent | R/2020/316 |
This is one of 37 Subaru recalls in DVSA’s data. The Subaru recall launched before it was R/2019/052 on 20 Mar 2019, for a driving range indicator in the multi information display has a program error. The one launched after it was R/2020/315 on 15 Nov 2020, for brake hose fitting caulking area has insufficient sealing. You can also see every Subaru recall and all recalls launched in 2019.
Source: DVSA recall R/2019/106, launched 8 April 2019. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
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.