Mechanic Notes

2010 Subaru Forester Seat Belts recall 22V838000

Safety recall

Component: Seat Belts · Campaign 22V838000 · Reported 10/11/2022

Symptoms / what can happen

The seat belt assembly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Cause

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Forester vehicles. The front seat belt assembly force-limiter may not operate correctly in the event of a crash.

The fix, in plain English

Safety recall work is done free by a franchised dealer. Official remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assembly, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 9, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRJ-22.

Difficulty

Not DIY: recall remedies are performed by a franchised dealer.

Cost

Free to the owner at a dealer while the recall applies. Outside the recall, costs vary; get a written quote.

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