CarRecallWatch- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS:SWITCH
- Problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2021 WRX vehicles. The backup light switch may corrode and become inoperative, which can result in the backup lights not illuminating and the rearview camera image not displaying when the vehicle is in reverse.
- Risk
- Inoperative backup lights and an inoperative rearview camera can reduce vehicle visibility and driver awareness, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the backup light switch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE-22.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The backup light switch can corrode and stop working. When this happens, the backup lights may not turn on when the vehicle is in reverse, and the rearview camera image may not display.
Without working backup lights or a rearview camera, drivers have less visibility behind the vehicle and may be less aware of people, objects, or other vehicles, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners should have their vehicle checked promptly. Authorized Subaru dealers will inspect the backup light switch and replace it if needed, free of charge. Owners who received a notification letter can contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. You can also check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Subaru WRX | 2015201620172018201920202021 |
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