WUQ-02 – Ignition Coil Reprogramming – 2017-2019 Subaru Impreza & 2018-2019 Crosstrek

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Impreza

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October 18, 2019 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V743000

If a short circuit occurs while driving, the vehicle may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V743

Manufacturer Subaru of America, Inc.

Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Number of Units Affected 466,205

Summary

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Impreza and 2018-2019 Crosstrek vehicles. The Engine Control Module (ECM) may continue to power the ignition coil after the engine is shut off, which could result in a short circuit and blown fuse.

Remedy

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will update the ECM software and inspect and replace the ignition coil, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, on vehicles with confirmed ignition coil damage and a certain stored diagnostic trouble code (DTC), Subaru will replace the front exhaust pipe, free of charge. The recall began December 4, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru’s number for this recall is WUQ-02.

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.

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