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Subaru Impreza Recall 23V292: Brake Lights May Glow Without Pedal; Car Can Shift From Park

NHTSA campaign 23V292, reported April 25, 2023, 4,030 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The brake light switch on certain vehicles may be improperly adjusted. This can cause the brake lights to turn on even when the brake pedal is not pressed, and it may also allow the transmission to be started and shifted out of Park without the brake pedal being pressed.

If the brake lights come on unexpectedly, drivers behind you may not realize whether you are actually braking, which can increase the risk of a crash. A vehicle that can leave Park unexpectedly may roll away, which also raises the risk of a crash.

Dealers will inspect the gap between the brake light switch and stopper and adjust the switch as needed, at no cost to owners. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 23, 2023. You can also contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614, and you should check your 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 23V292Subaru of America, Inc.
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Problem
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2023 Impreza vehicles. The brake light switch may be improperly adjusted and illuminate the brake lights without application of the brake pedal. The vehicle may also allow drivers to start and shift the transmission out of the PARK position without pressing the brake pedal. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment" and 102, "Trans Shift Lever Seq/Starter Interlock/Trans Braking Effect."
Risk
An unintentional brake light illumination can fail to alert other motorists of actual brake application. A vehicle that shifts out of the park position unexpectedly can allow the vehicle to rollaway. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the gap between the brake light switch and stopper, adjusting the switch as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 23, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRI-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 Impreza2023