Mechanic Notes

2019 Subaru Forester Rear recall 21V263000

Safety recall

Component: Suspension: Rear · Campaign 21V263000 · Reported 15/04/2021

Symptoms / what can happen

Missing bolts may allow the rear stabilizer bracket to shift, increasing the risk of a crash.

Cause

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Subaru Crosstrek, 2019 Crosstrek Hybrid, and 2019 Forester vehicles. The rear stabilizer bracket bolts may loosen and detach.

The fix, in plain English

Safety recall work is done free by a franchised dealer. Official remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will retorque and replace any missing bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-21.

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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