Subaru Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #23V292000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 23V292000 by Subaru Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2023 impreza vehicles Includes 4,030 affected units, Brake Light Switch Malfunction/FMVSS 108 & 102, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2023 impreza vehicles

Defect Summary

Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2023 impreza vehicles. the brake light switch may be improperly adjusted and illuminate the brake lights without application of the brake pedal. the vehicle may also allow drivers to start and shift the transmission out of the park position without pressing the brake pedal. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard numbers 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment" and 102, "trans shift lever seq/starter interlock/trans braking effect."

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the gap between the brake light switch and stopper, adjusting the switch as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed june 23, 2023. owners may contact subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. subaru's number for this recall is wri-23.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 23V292000

Manufacturer: Subaru Of America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2023-04-25T00:00:00

Subject: Brake light switch malfunction/fmvss 108 & 102

Component: Exterior Lighting

Potentially Affected Units: 4,030

Details

MFR Campaign Number: WRI-23

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2023 impreza vehicles. the brake light switch may be improperly adjusted and illuminate the brake lights without application of the brake pedal. the vehicle may also allow drivers to start and shift the transmission out of the park position without pressing the brake pedal. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard numbers 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment" and 102, "trans shift lever seq/starter interlock/trans braking effect."

Consequence Summary: An unintentional brake light illumination can fail to alert other motorists of actual brake application. a vehicle that shifts out of the park position unexpectedly can allow the vehicle to rollaway. either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the gap between the brake light switch and stopper, adjusting the switch as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed june 23, 2023. owners may contact subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. subaru's number for this recall is wri-23.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 92.43

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NHTSA ID: 23V292000

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