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Subaru WRX Recall 23V016: Wrong High Beam Assist Instructions in Owner's Manual

NHTSA campaign 23V016, reported January 23, 2023, 4,615 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The owner's manual for certain vehicles with the EyeSight feature may contain incorrect instructions for adjusting the sensitivity of the High Beam Assist function. Following those instructions may leave the headlights not adjusted as intended, which could increase the risk of a crash.

Subaru will mail owners an owner's manual insert with the correct information at no cost. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 15, 2023. You can also contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614, referencing recall WRA-23.

Regardless of the letter, check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls and contact an authorized Subaru dealer if you have questions about the High Beam Assist settings.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 23V016Subaru of America, Inc.
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Problem
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2022 WRX vehicles equipped with the "Eyesight" feature. The owner's manual may contain incorrect instructions for adjusting the sensitivity of the High Beam Assist function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
Incorrect instructions for adjusting the sensitivity of the High Beam Assist function contained in the owner's manual may cause the lights to not be adjusted as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Subaru will mail an owner's manual insert containing the correct information, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 15, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRA-23.
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.

Affected vehicles

Subaru WRX2022