Carpeted floor mats may curl/interfere with pedals
Defect Summary
Subaru is recalling certain model year 2014 forester vehicles manufactured from january 2013 through march 2013. The backing for the carpeted floor mats was not manufactured to specification. as a result, the floor mats may curl when exposed to heat.
Safety Consequence
Curling of the driver side floor mat could distract the driver and/or interfere with proper operation of one or a combination of, the vehicle's clutch, brake, and accelerator pedals. brake or accelerator pedal interference may result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop the vehicle, which could cause a crash.
Corrective Action
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace each of the vehicle's four (4) carpeted floor mats with new ones. these services will be performed free of charge. subaru issued an interim notification during april 2013. notification that the remedy is now available was mailed to owners on june 5, 2013. owners may contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783. subaru's recall campaign number is wqh-44.
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FAQ: Recall 13V159000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V159000?
NHTSA recall 13V159000 was issued by Subaru Of America, Inc. on April 24, 2013. It addresses: Carpeted floor mats may curl/interfere with pedals. The recall affects approximately 10,137 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Subaru Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V159000 or the manufacturer campaign number WQH-44. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.