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2016 SUBARU IMPREZA Official Safety Recalls

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

1 Recall Recorded
NHTSA: 19V149000
Report Date: February 28, 2019

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

Defect Description:

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Forester, 2008-2016 Impreza sedans, 2012-2016 Impreza station wagons, 2008-2014 WRX sedans (including STI), and 2013-2017 Crosstrek vehicles. Exposure to certain contaminants may cause the brake light switch to malfunction, preventing the brake lights from illuminating and also preventing keyless ignition vehicles from starting and CVT/automatic transmissions from being able to be shifted out of Park.

Safety Hazard / Risk:

Brake lights that do not illuminate properly will not alert other drivers that the vehicle is slowing or stopping, increasing the risk of crash.

Authorized Manufacturer Remedy:

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUE-90.

~1,303,530 vehicles impacted

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