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2022 Subaru Outback recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2022 Subaru Outback. The most recent was reported on March 22, 2024.

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Recalls at a glance

DateCampaignPartVehicles
March 22, 202424V-227Air bags: sensor, occupant classification, front passenger118,723
November 9, 202323V-755Power train: automatic transmission, park/neutral start interlock switch95,830
September 22, 202222V-712Visibility: windshield42
July 1, 202222V-473Engine and engine cooling: engine, engine control module (ecu/ecm)15

Recall details

Air bags: sensor, occupant classification, front passenger

March 22, 2024 · Subaru of America, Inc. · Campaign 24V-227

What is wrong: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Outback and Legacy vehicles. A capacitor in the sensors for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may crack and short circuit, which can prevent the front passenger air bag from deploying in a crash.

Risk: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash can increase the risk of injury.

The fix: Dealers will replace the ODS sensors on the front passenger seat, free of charge. Owner notifications were mailed February 3, 2025. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRA-24.

Power train: automatic transmission, park/neutral start interlock switch

November 9, 2023 · Subaru of America, Inc. · Campaign 23V-755

What is wrong: Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2021 Crosstrek, 2022 Forester, 2021-2023 Legacy, and Outback vehicles. An insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail.

Risk: An inoperative inhibitor switch may prevent the reverse lights from illuminating and the rearview camera image from displaying, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will replace the inhibitor switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WRQ-23.

Visibility: windshield

September 22, 2022 · Subaru of America, Inc. · Campaign 22V-712

What is wrong: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2022 Impreza and Outback vehicles. The incorrect paint clearcoat may have been applied, which can cause the windshield to be insufficiently bonded to the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 212, "Windshield Mounting."

Risk: An insufficiently bonded windshield can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix: Subaru will offer owners a vehicle exchange or repurchase, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 21, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRH-22.

Engine and engine cooling: engine, engine control module (ecu/ecm)

July 1, 2022 · Subaru of America, Inc. · Campaign 22V-473

What is wrong: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2022 Outback vehicles. The engine wiring harness may have been damaged, resulting in a loose electrical connection to the engine control unit (ECU).

Risk: A loose electrical connection to the ECU may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will replace the engine wiring harness and ECU, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 30, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRC-22.

Other model years of the Subaru Outback

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2022 Subaru Outback have recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2022 Subaru Outback, the most recent reported on March 22, 2024. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2022 Subaru Outback?

Air bags (1), Power train (1), Visibility (1), Engine and engine cooling (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 4 of the 4 campaigns listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

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.