2021 Subaru Wrx | 2020 Subaru Wrx | 2019 Subaru Wrx | 2018 Subaru Wrx | 2017 Subaru Wrx | 2016 Subaru Wrx | 2015 Subaru Wrx — Exterior lighting: back up lights: switch
Published July 21, 2022 · Recall initiated: July 21, 2022
Summary
NHTSA records recall 22V522000, published July 21, 2022. Recalling firm: Subaru of America, Inc.; 2021 Subaru Wrx | 2020 Subaru Wrx | 2019 Subaru Wrx | 2018 Subaru Wrx | 2017 Subaru Wrx | 2016 Subaru Wrx | 2015 Subaru Wrx — Exterior lighting: back up lights: switch.
What's the hazard
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2021 WRX vehicles. The backup light switch may corrode and become inoperative, which can result in the backup lights not illuminating and the rearview camera image not displaying when the vehicle is in reverse.
What to do
Dealers will inspect and replace the backup light switch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE-22.
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Recall details
- Brand
- SUBARU
- Model
- WRX
- Manufacturer
- Subaru of America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2021 SUBARU WRX | 2020 SUBARU WRX | 2019 SUBARU WRX | 2018 SUBARU WRX | 2017 SUBARU WRX | 2016 SUBARU WRX | 2015 SUBARU WRX
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2021 Subaru Wrx | 2020 Subaru Wrx | 2019 Subaru Wrx | 2018 Subaru Wrx | 2017 Subaru Wrx | 2016 Subaru Wrx | 2015 Subaru Wrx — Exterior lighting: back up lights: switch recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 22V522000 on July 21, 2022. Reported hazard: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2021 WRX vehicles. The backup light switch may corrode and become inoperative, which can result in the backup lights not illuminating and the rearview camera image not displaying when the vehicle is in reverse.
What should I do if I have this product?
Dealers will inspect and replace the backup light switch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE-22.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: SUBARU. Model: WRX.