2018–2020 Subaru Outback, WRX, Forester and more and 2018–2019 Toyota 86 recall: Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 21V587000
- Reported
- July 29, 2021
- Manufacturer
- Subaru of America, Inc.
- Part
- Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump
- Vehicles affected
- About 175,968
What is wrong
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2018 Forester, 2018-2020 Impreza, Legacy, Outback, 2018-2019 BRZ, WRX, and Toyota 86 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Safety risk
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2021. Subaru and Toyota owners may call customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-21.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Subaru Ascent (2019, 2020); Subaru Brz (2018, 2019); Subaru Forester (2018); Subaru Impreza (2018, 2019, 2020); Subaru Legacy (2018, 2019, 2020); Subaru Outback (2018, 2019, 2020); and more. Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2021. Subaru and Toyota owners may call customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-21.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.