NHTSA recall 19V701000
Air Bags · Subaru of America, Inc.
Details
What's wrong: Subaru of america, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Forester vehicles equipped with heated seats. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the occupant detection system (ods) may loosen.
Why it matters: If the connection loosens, the front passenger airbag may deactivate even though the seat is occupied, increasing the risk of injury to the front passenger in the event of a crash.
The fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the ods sensor mat harness, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2020.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2015 Subaru Forester, 2016 Subaru Forester, 2017 Subaru Forester, 2018 Subaru Forester.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 19V701000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.