Subaru Solterra Recall R/2025/484: Software Update For Parking Assist ECU On Certain 2023MY-2025MY Solterra, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 1 Dec 2025
- Launched
- 965
- vehicles in the UK
- SRT374
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Subaru recalled Solterra vehicles built between 28 March 2022 and 11 June 2025. The Parking Assist ECU software may cause (1) the rearview image to freeze briefly during the backing event if reverse is selected within a specific time after ignition is turned on; or (2) the rearview image not to display on the next ignition on if the ignition is turned on and off within a specific time. The recall notice describes the fix as: parking Assist ECU software to be updated. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The Parking Assist ECU software may cause (1) the rearview image to freeze briefly during the backing event if reverse is selected within a specific time after ignition is turned on; or (2) the rearview image not to display on the next ignition on if the ignition is turned on and off within a specific time.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: SRT374 - Software update for Parking Assist ECU on certain 2023MY-2025MY Solterra Defect: On affected vehicles the Parking Assist ECU software may cause (1) the rearview image to freeze briefly during the backing event if reverse is selected within a specific time after ignition is turned on; or (2) the rearview image not to display on the next ignition on if the ignition is turned on and off within a specific time Remedy: Parking Assist ECU software to be updated.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: software update for Parking Assist ECU on certain 2023MY-2025MY Solterra.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: parking Assist ECU software to be updated. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Solterra built between 28 March 2022 and 11 June 2025 may be included. Subaru estimates 965 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 SRT374 or the DVSA reference R/2025/484. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| SolterraElectric Compressor on 2023MY: 2025MY Solterra | Low | R/2025/389 | |
| SolterraSoftware update for forward recognition camera | Low | R/2024/270 |
This is one of 37 Subaru recalls in DVSA’s data. The Subaru recall launched before it was R/2025/389 on 1 Oct 2025, for electric Compressor on 2023MY: 2025MY Solterra. The one launched after it was R/2026/171 on 1 Jun 2026, for incorrect vertical load value on trailer hitch label for 2024-2025MY Crosstrek vehicles. You can also see every Subaru recall, all recalls launched in 2025 and software recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2025/484, launched 1 December 2025. 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.