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Subaru Forester Recall 21V263: Loose Rear Bolts Can Let Suspension Part Shift and Raise Crash Risk

NHTSA campaign 21V263, reported April 15, 2021, 408,271 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The rear stabilizer bracket bolts can loosen and fall out. When bolts are missing, the rear stabilizer bracket may shift out of position, which increases the risk of a crash.

If you own an affected vehicle, dealers will retorque the bolts and replace any that are missing. The repair is free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2021. You can also contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614, and you should check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 21V263Subaru of America, Inc.
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR
Problem
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Subaru Crosstrek, 2019 Crosstrek Hybrid, and 2019 Forester vehicles. The rear stabilizer bracket bolts may loosen and detach.
Risk
Missing bolts may allow the rear stabilizer bracket to shift, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will retorque and replace any missing bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-21.
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.

Affected vehicles

Subaru Crosstrek20182019
Subaru Forester2019