2018 Subaru Outback | 2018 Subaru Legacy | 2018 Subaru Brz — Visibility: rearview mirrors/devices
Published January 31, 2019 · Recall initiated: December 31, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V935000, published January 31, 2019 and initiated December 31, 2018. Recalling firm: Subaru of America, Inc.; 2018 Subaru Outback | 2018 Subaru Legacy | 2018 Subaru Brz — Visibility: rearview mirrors/devices.
What's the hazard
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018 Legacy, Outback, and BRZ vehicles. In the affected vehicles, a software issue may cause the audio display system to not initialize, resulting in the camera display remaining blank. If this occurs, the rearview image will not display while backing up the vehicle. As a result, the vehicles fail to comply with requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors.
What to do
Subaru has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the audio system display software, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WTZ-85.
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Recall details
- Brand
- SUBARU
- Model
- OUTBACK
- Manufacturer
- Subaru of America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2018 SUBARU OUTBACK | 2018 SUBARU LEGACY | 2018 SUBARU BRZ
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2018 Subaru Outback | 2018 Subaru Legacy | 2018 Subaru Brz — Visibility: rearview mirrors/devices recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V935000 on January 31, 2019. Reported hazard: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018 Legacy, Outback, and BRZ vehicles. In the affected vehicles, a software issue may cause the audio display system to not initialize, resulting in the camera display remaining blank. If this occurs, the rearview image will not display while backing up the vehicle. As a result, the vehicles fail to comply with requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors.
What should I do if I have this product?
Subaru has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the audio system display software, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WTZ-85.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: SUBARU. Model: OUTBACK.