Park outside - fuel cap may leak fuel
Defect Summary
Subaru of america, inc. Is recalling certain 2026 crosstrek hybrid, and 2025 forester hybrid vehicles. When the fuel tank is near full capacity, an increase in ambient temperature may cause the fuel to expand and spill out of the filler neck due to an insufficient seal on the fuel cap.
Safety Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, and to limit the fuel level to 50% until the remedy is completed. Dealers will replace the fuel filler cap gasket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed march 25, 2026. Owners may contact subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is wrd-26. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall became searchable on nhtsa.gov on february 16, 2026.
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FAQ: Recall 26V106000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V106000?
NHTSA recall 26V106000 was issued by Subaru Of America, Inc. on February 23, 2026. It addresses: Park outside - fuel cap may leak fuel. The recall affects approximately 69,153 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Subaru Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V106000 or the manufacturer campaign number WRD-26. 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.
Why is this recall flagged for fire risk?
This recall has been classified as having a fire risk when parked. NHTSA generally advises affected owners to park outside, away from structures and other vehicles, until the defect is repaired.
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: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.