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- SEAT BELTS
- Problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Forester vehicles. The front seat belt assembly force-limiter may not operate correctly in the event of a crash.
- Risk
- The seat belt assembly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assembly, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 9, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRJ-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 front seat belt assembly's force limiter may not operate correctly in a crash. A force limiter is designed to let the belt give slightly to reduce chest loading, so if it malfunctions the belt may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
Dealers will inspect the front seat belt assembly and replace it if necessary, at no charge to you. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 9, 2022. 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
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Subaru Forester | 20092010201120122013 |
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