CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018 Subaru Legacy and Outback vehicles. Due to a software error, the low fuel warning light may not illuminate at the intended remaining fuel level and the miles-to-empty display may incorrectly indicate a positive number despite the tank being empty.
- Risk
- The inaccurate fuel display may cause a driver to unexpectedly run out of fuel and the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the combination meter software, free of charge. The recall began February 20, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WTW-82.
- 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
A software error in certain 2018 Subaru Legacy and Outback vehicles can cause the low fuel warning light to stay off at the intended remaining fuel level. The miles-to-empty display may also show a positive number even when the tank is empty.
Because the fuel display may be inaccurate, a driver could unexpectedly run out of gas, causing the engine to stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
Subaru will notify owners, and authorized dealers will reprogram the combination meter software free of charge. Owners can contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614, and should check their VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Subaru Legacy | 2018 |
|---|---|
| Subaru Outback | 2018 |