NHTSA 23V080000Manufacturer no. WRD-23
Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery
- Report received by NHTSA
- February 14, 2023
- Owner notification
- May 12, 2023
- Recall initiated by
- Manufacturer
- Units potentially affected
- 8,413 (whole campaign)
- Model names in the NHTSA record
- CROSSTREK HYBRID
Defect summary
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Crosstrek Hybrid vehicles. The harness terminal that supplies low-voltage power from the converter to the 12-Volt battery may corrode and break, preventing the 12-Volt battery from charging.
Safety risk
A 12-Volt battery that is unable to recharge can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the converter terminal mounting bracket. If corrosion is found on the terminals, the 12-Volt output harness and terminals will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 12, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-23.
Notes in the NHTSA record
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.
Source: NHTSA recall 23V080000, filed by Subaru of America, Inc.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov