WRE-22 – Backup Lamp Switch Failure – 2015-2021 Subaru WRX

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2021 WRX vehicles

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July 21, 2022 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 22V522000

Inoperative backup lights and an inoperative rearview camera can reduce vehicle visibility and driver awareness, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V522

Manufacturer EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Components EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Potential Number of Units Affected 59,934

Summary

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2021 WRX vehicles. The backup light switch may corrode and become inoperative, which can result in the backup lights not illuminating and the rearview camera image not displaying when the vehicle is in reverse.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the backup light switch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 19, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru’s customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru’s number for this recall is WRE-22.

Notes

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.

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