2020 Subaru Legacy | 2021 Subaru Outback | 2021 Subaru Legacy | 2022 Subaru Legacy | 2022 Subaru Outback | 2020 Subaru Outback — Air bags: sensor: occupant classification: front passenger
Published March 25, 2024 · Recall initiated: March 22, 2024
Summary
NHTSA records recall 24V227000, published March 25, 2024 and initiated March 22, 2024. Recalling firm: Subaru of America, Inc.; 2020 Subaru Legacy | 2021 Subaru Outback | 2021 Subaru Legacy | 2022 Subaru Legacy | 2022 Subaru Outback | 2020 Subaru Outback — Air bags: sensor: occupant classification: front passenger.
What's the hazard
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Outback and Legacy vehicles. A capacitor in the sensors for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may crack and short circuit, which can prevent the front passenger air bag from deploying in a crash.
What to do
Dealers will replace the ODS sensors on the front passenger seat, free of charge. Owner notifications were mailed February 3, 2025. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRA-24.
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Recall details
- Brand
- SUBARU
- Model
- LEGACY
- Manufacturer
- Subaru of America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2020 SUBARU LEGACY | 2021 SUBARU OUTBACK | 2021 SUBARU LEGACY | 2022 SUBARU LEGACY | 2022 SUBARU OUTBACK | 2020 SUBARU OUTBACK
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2020 Subaru Legacy | 2021 Subaru Outback | 2021 Subaru Legacy | 2022 Subaru Legacy | 2022 Subaru Outback | 2020 Subaru Outback — Air bags: sensor: occupant classification: front passenger recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 24V227000 on March 25, 2024. Reported hazard: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Outback and Legacy vehicles. A capacitor in the sensors for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may crack and short circuit, which can prevent the front passenger air bag from deploying in a crash.
What should I do if I have this product?
Dealers will replace the ODS sensors on the front passenger seat, free of charge. Owner notifications were mailed February 3, 2025. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRA-24.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: SUBARU. Model: LEGACY.