CarRecallWatch- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017 Impreza vehicles. Winter fuels may vaporize prematurely in the fuel line, resulting in a reduction in fuel pressure, possibly causing the engine to stall.
- Risk
- An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the engine control unit to turn the radiator cooling fan on at a lower temperature, free of charge. The recall began on April 20, 2017. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2738. Subaru's number for this recall is WTP-75.
- 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
Winter-blend fuel can vaporize too early in the fuel line, which can reduce fuel pressure and cause the engine to stall.
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. If you own a 2017 Impreza, check your VIN for open recalls and contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2738 if you have questions. Subaru will notify affected owners.
The remedy is free at an authorized Subaru dealer, where the engine control unit will be reprogrammed to turn the radiator cooling fan on at a lower temperature.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Subaru Impreza | 2017 |
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