2015 Subaru Forester | 2016 Subaru Forester | 2017 Subaru Forester | 2018 Subaru Forester — Air bags: sensor: occupant classification
Published October 4, 2019 · Recall initiated: October 3, 2019
Summary
NHTSA records recall 19V701000, published October 4, 2019 and initiated October 3, 2019. Recalling firm: Subaru of America, Inc.; 2015 Subaru Forester | 2016 Subaru Forester | 2017 Subaru Forester | 2018 Subaru Forester — Air bags: sensor: occupant classification.
What's the hazard
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Forester vehicles equipped with heated seats. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may loosen.
What to do
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the ODS sensor mat harness, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUM-98.
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Recall details
- Brand
- SUBARU
- Model
- FORESTER
- Manufacturer
- Subaru of America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2015 SUBARU FORESTER | 2016 SUBARU FORESTER | 2017 SUBARU FORESTER | 2018 SUBARU FORESTER
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2015 Subaru Forester | 2016 Subaru Forester | 2017 Subaru Forester | 2018 Subaru Forester — Air bags: sensor: occupant classification recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 19V701000 on October 4, 2019. Reported hazard: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Forester vehicles equipped with heated seats. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may loosen.
What should I do if I have this product?
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the ODS sensor mat harness, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUM-98.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: SUBARU. Model: FORESTER.