NHTSA Campaign 19V744000

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)

Issued by Subaru of America, Inc. · Reported Oct 17, 2019 · 205,000 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Impreza and 2018 Crosstrek vehicles equipped with an aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve. The PCV valve may come apart, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, possibly resulting in a loss of power while driving.

Consequence

An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the PCV valve, free of charge. If the PCV valve has separated and the components cannot be found, the engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began December 2, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUP-01.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
SUBARU CROSSTREK 2018 205,000
SUBARU IMPREZA 2017 205,000
SUBARU IMPREZA 2018 205,000

Source: NHTSA Campaign 19V744000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.