Subaru Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #18V773000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V773000 by Subaru Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2018 subaru legacy and outback vehicles Includes 228,648 affected units, Incorrect Fuel Range Display May Cause Stall, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2018 subaru legacy and outback vehicles

Defect Summary

Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2018 subaru legacy and outback vehicles. due to a software error, the low fuel warning light may not illuminate at the intended remaining fuel level and the miles-to-empty display may incorrectly indicate a positive number despite the tank being empty.

Corrective Action

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the combination meter software, free of charge. the recall began february 20, 2019. owners may contact subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. subaru's number for this recall is wtw-82.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V773000
Manufacturer: Subaru Of America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2018-11-01T00:00:00
Subject: Incorrect fuel range display may cause stall
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 228,648

Details

MFR Campaign Number: WTW-82
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2018 subaru legacy and outback vehicles. due to a software error, the low fuel warning light may not illuminate at the intended remaining fuel level and the miles-to-empty display may incorrectly indicate a positive number despite the tank being empty.
Consequence Summary: The inaccurate fuel display may cause a driver to unexpectedly run out of fuel and the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the combination meter software, free of charge. the recall began february 20, 2019. owners may contact subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. subaru's number for this recall is wtw-82.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 93.31

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SID: row-g5sy-3cgx~6923
NHTSA ID: 18V773000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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