CarRecallWatch- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
- Problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2026 Crosstrek hybrid, and 2025 Forester hybrid vehicles. When the fuel tank is near full capacity, an increase in ambient temperature may cause the fuel to expand and spill out of the filler neck due to an insufficient seal on the fuel cap.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, and to limit the fuel level to 50% until the remedy is completed. Dealers will replace the fuel filler cap gasket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-26. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 16, 2026.
What this recall means for you
On certain 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid and 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid vehicles, the fuel cap seal may be insufficient. When the fuel tank is near full, rising ambient temperatures can cause the fuel to expand and spill out of the filler neck. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Until the repair is completed, park your vehicle outside and away from structures, and limit the fuel level to 50%. Dealers will replace the fuel filler cap gasket free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA.gov, or contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614 (recall WRD-26).
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid | 2026 |
|---|---|
| Subaru Forester Hybrid | 2025 |