NHTSA Campaign 23V080000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

Issued by Subaru of America, Inc. · Reported Feb 14, 2023 · 8,413 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Crosstrek Hybrid vehicles. The harness terminal that supplies low-voltage power from the converter to the 12-Volt battery may corrode and break, preventing the 12-Volt battery from charging.

Consequence

A 12-Volt battery that is unable to recharge can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the converter terminal mounting bracket. If corrosion is found on the terminals, the 12-Volt output harness and terminals will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 12, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-23.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
SUBARU CROSSTREK HYBRID 2019 8,413
SUBARU CROSSTREK HYBRID 2020 8,413
SUBARU CROSSTREK HYBRID 2021 8,413
SUBARU CROSSTREK HYBRID 2022 8,413

Source: NHTSA Campaign 23V080000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.