NHTSA Campaign 17V625000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Issued by Subaru of America, Inc. · Reported Oct 6, 2017 · 9,178 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015 WRX and WRX/STI vehicles, equipped with an optional factory-installed subwoofer in the trunk. Items in the trunk may cause the subwoofer wiring to contact the subwoofer metal frame, possibly resulting in an electrical short.

Consequence

An electrical short may damage the subwoofer amplifier, and may result in the subwoofer overheating, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the subwoofer wire, install a wire retainer clip, and, as necessary, replace the subwoofer, free of charge. The recall began October 31, 2017. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTQ-76.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
SUBARU WRX 2015 9,178

Source: NHTSA Campaign 17V625000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.