CarRecallWatch- Component
- BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM
- Problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017 Impreza vehicles. Due to a software problem, the rearview camera display may not work properly.
- Risk
- A rearview camera display that does not function as designed can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the car, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will update the infotainment software, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2017. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for the recall is WTN-74.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
The rearview camera display in certain vehicles may not work properly because of a software problem. When the display does not function as designed, the driver has a reduced view of what is behind the vehicle, which increases the risk of a crash.
The remedy is a free software update to the infotainment system. Subaru will notify affected owners, and authorized dealers will perform the update at no cost. Owners can also contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783 and reference recall number WTN-74. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your car is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Subaru Impreza | 2017 |
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