Subaru BRZ, Forester Recall R/2022/266: The Impeller Deformation May Cause The Fuel Pump To Become Inoperative, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 19 Sep 2022
- Launched
- 99
- vehicles in the UK
- SRT311
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Subaru recalled BRZ, Forester vehicles built between 25 November 2020 and 21 June 2021. The fuel pump impeller may cause the pump failure resulting in stalling of the vehicle. The dealer will replace the fuel pump assembly. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The fuel pump impeller may cause the pump failure resulting in stalling of the vehicle.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: THE IMPELLER DEFORMATION MAY CAUSE THE FUEL PUMP TO BECOME INOPERATIVE Defect: The fuel pump impeller may cause the pump failure resulting in stalling of the vehicle. Remedy: Replace the fuel pump assembly.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause the pump failure resulting in stalling of the vehicle.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the fuel pump assembly.
Are You Affected?
BRZ, Forester built between 25 November 2020 and 21 June 2021 may be included. Subaru estimates 99 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 SRT311 or the DVSA reference R/2022/266. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| Forester, Impreza, WRX, XVSilicone gas may seep into stop light switch housing and lead to a conduction failure | Book soon | R/2019/106 | |
| BRZ, Forester, Impreza, Legacy and 2 moreThe load may exceed the valve spring's fatigue strength and the spring may fracture | Book soon | R/2019/025 |
This is one of 37 Subaru recalls in DVSA’s data. The Subaru recall launched before it was R/2022/259 on 7 Sep 2022, for reverse light may fail due to coating on the switch. The one launched after it was R/2024/270 on 15 Jul 2024, for software update for forward recognition camera. You can also see every Subaru recall, all recalls launched in 2022 and fuel leak recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2022/266, launched 19 September 2022. 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.