NHTSA Recall 13V061000: Equipment and electrical system
Subaru of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 47,419 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Subaru Impreza.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V061000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | WQF-42 |
| Components | EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | February 25, 2013 |
| Owner notification | April 22, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Subaru is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Legacy and Outback vehicles equipped with an automatic or CVT transmission and an Audiovox remote engine starter (RES) accessory, certain model year 2012-2013 Impreza vehicles equipped with a CVT transmission and an Audiovox remote engine starter (RES) accessory, and certain model year 2013 XV Crosstrek vehicles equipped with a CVT transmission and an Audiovox remote engine starter (RES) accessory. Additionally included are certain model year 2013 Legacy and Outback vehicles that may have received replacement RES fobs. If the RES fob is dropped, the fob may malfunction and randomly transmit an engine start request without pressing the button.
Safety risk
The engine may inadvertently start and run for up to fifteen minutes. The engine may continue to start and stop until the fob battery is depleted, or until the vehicle runs out of fuel. If the vehicle is parked in an enclosed area, there is a risk of carbon monoxide build-up which may cause headaches, dizziness or, in extreme cases, unconsciousness and/or asphyxiation.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the RES key fobs, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783 for more information.
Notes
Original equipment keyless entry fobs integrated on the vehicle key are not affected.Subaru's recall campaign number is WQF-42.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.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V061000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Subaru Impreza | 2012, 2013 |
| Subaru Legacy | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Subaru Outback | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Subaru Xv Crosstrek | 2013 |
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.