2023 Subaru Outback recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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A recall on the model year does not always mean your car is affected. Your VIN decides. Confirm open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
All 2 2023 Subaru Outback recalls, newest first
Nov 9, 2023Power Train, Automatic TransmissionSubaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2021 Crosstrek, 2022 Forester, 2021 to 2023 Legacy, and Outback vehicles. An insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail.
Risk: An inoperative inhibitor switch may prevent the reverse lights from illuminating and the rearview camera image from displaying, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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 WRQ23.
NHTSA campaign 23V755000 · Subaru of America, Inc.
Sep 21, 2023Power Train, DrivelineSubaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2023 Outback, Legacy, Ascent, and Impreza vehicles. The center support bolts for the driveshaft may loosen, resulting in the disconnection of the front end of the driveshaft.
Risk: Separation of the front end of the driveshaft increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will clean the bolt mounting surfaces of the center support brace and install new bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 20, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1 844 373 6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRN23.
NHTSA campaign 23V647000 · Subaru of America, Inc.
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FAQ
Does the 2023 Subaru Outback have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2023 Subaru Outback. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2023 Subaru Outback has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.