Subaru Forester, Impreza, XV Recall R/2021/353: Potential Failure Of The Ignition Coil Module Causing Engine Stall And A None Start…, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 1 Nov 2021
- Launched
- 2,338
- vehicles in the UK
- SRT-308
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Subaru recalled Forester, Impreza, XV vehicles built between 20 September 2016 and 1 October 2019. Ignition coils may short circuit and fail. The dealer will replace all ignition coils. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Ignition coils may short circuit and fail.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: POTENTIAL FAILURE OF THE IGNITION COIL MODULE CAUSING ENGINE STALL AND A NONE START CONDITION Defect: Ignition coils may short circuit and fail.� Remedy: Replace all ignition coils. If a misfire DTC is stored replace the front exhaust pipe.�
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause eNGINE STALL AND A NONE START CONDITION.
The Fix
The dealer will replace all ignition coils.
Are You Affected?
Forester, Impreza, XV built between 20 September 2016 and 1 October 2019 may be included. Subaru estimates 2,338 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 SRT-308 or the DVSA reference R/2021/353. 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, 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 | |
| Impreza, XVBrake hose fitting caulking area has insufficient sealing | Urgent | R/2020/315 |
This is one of 37 Subaru recalls in DVSA’s data. The Subaru recall launched before it was R/2021/352 on 1 Nov 2021, for the bolts of the rear stabiliser bracket might become loose. The one launched after it was R/2022/053 on 1 Mar 2022, for the eyesight logic may cause an un-necessary activation of the pre-collision braking. You can also see every Subaru recall, all recalls launched in 2021 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2021/353, launched 1 November 2021. 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.