DTC Quick Navigation
November 1, 2018 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V773000
The inaccurate fuel display may cause a driver to unexpectedly run out of fuel and the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V773
Manufacturer Subaru of America, Inc.
Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Potential Number of Units Affected 228,648
Summary
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018 Subaru Legacy and Outback vehicles. Due to a software error, the low fuel warning light may not illuminate at the intended remaining fuel level and the miles-to-empty display may incorrectly indicate a positive number despite the tank being empty.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the combination meter software, free of charge. The recall began February 20, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru’s number for this recall is WTW-82.
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.safercar.gov.