2022 SUBARU Outback Recalls

Recalls Found

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Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2022 Outback vehicles. The engine wiring harness may have been damaged, resulting in a loose electrical connection to the engine control unit (ECU).

NHTSA 22V473000

Report Date

01/07/2022

Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)

Manufacturer

Subaru of America, Inc.

Consequence: A loose electrical connection to the ECU may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy / Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the engine wiring harness and ECU, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 30, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRC-22.

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2022 Impreza and Outback vehicles. The incorrect paint clearcoat may have been applied, which can cause the windshield to be insufficiently bonded to the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 212, "Windshield Mounting."

NHTSA 22V712000

Report Date

22/09/2022

Component

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

Manufacturer

Subaru of America, Inc.

Consequence: An insufficiently bonded windshield can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy / Corrective Action

Subaru will offer owners a vehicle exchange or repurchase, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 21, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRH-22.

Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2021 Crosstrek, 2022 Forester, 2021-2023 Legacy, and Outback vehicles. An insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail.

NHTSA 23V755000

Report Date

09/11/2023

Component

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH

Manufacturer

Subaru of America, Inc.

Consequence: An inoperative inhibitor switch may prevent the reverse lights from illuminating and the rearview camera image from displaying, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy / Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the inhibitor switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WRQ-23.

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Outback and Legacy vehicles. A capacitor in the sensors for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may crack and short circuit, which can prevent the front passenger air bag from deploying in a crash.

NHTSA 24V227000

Report Date

22/03/2024

Component

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

Manufacturer

Subaru of America, Inc.

Consequence: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy / Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the ODS sensors on the front passenger seat, free of charge. Owner notifications were mailed February 3, 2025. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRA-24.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the 2022 SUBARU Outback have?

The 2022 SUBARU Outback currently has 4 recalls according to NHTSA records. All recall information is sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration database.

Are 2022 SUBARU Outback recalls free to fix?

Yes! All safety recalls for 2022 SUBARU Outback vehicles must be repaired free of charge by authorized dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. Contact your local SUBARU dealer to schedule a recall repair.

How do I check if my 2022 SUBARU Outback has open recalls?

You can check for open recalls by entering your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) in our VIN decoder tool. The 17-character VIN can be found on your vehicle registration, insurance card, or on the driver's side dashboard visible through the windshield.