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NHTSA recall 21V264000

Electrical System, Engine And Engine Cooling · Subaru of America, Inc.

April 15, 2021report date
466,205units affected
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What's wrong: Subaru of america, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Subaru Impreza and 2018-2019 Crosstrek vehicles. The engine control module (ECM) may continue to power the ignition coil after the engine is shut off, causing a short circuit.

Why it matters: A short circuit in the ignition coils may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will update the ECM software, replace the ignition coils and, if necessary, the front exhaust pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning June 1, 2021. Owners can contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for…

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All model years NHTSA lists

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 2019 Subaru Crosstrek, 2017 Subaru Impreza, 2018 Subaru Impreza, 2019 Subaru Impreza.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 21V264000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.