NHTSA Recall 08V645000: Electronic stability control (esc)
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,130 vehicles. It affects 2008–2009 Subaru Tribeca.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V645000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | WVG-17 |
| Component | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) |
| Report received | December 9, 2008 |
| Owner notification | December 19, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Subaru is recalling 5,130 my 2008-2009 tribeca passenger vehicles. The vehicle dynamic control (vdc) g-sensor was improperly installed. This sensor is designed to be mounted in a forward facing direction but may have been installed backwards during production.
Safety risk
If the sensor was improperly installed, vehicle handling characteristics during hard braking, sudden turns or other quick maneuvers could cause the vehicle to react in an unexpected manner or result in unstable handling. Under extreme conditions, the driver could lose control of the vehicle and a crash could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the position of the vdc g-sensor. If the sensor is found to be installed correctly, no further action is needed. If the sensor is found to be installed incorrectly (backwards), the sensor will be removed and reinstalled in the correct position. The vdc system will also be reprogrammed to ensure proper operation. The recallbegan on december 19, 2008. Owners may contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783.
Notes
Subaru recall no. Wvg-17.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 08V645000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.