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NHTSA Recall 17V132000: Camera system (back over prevention)

Subaru of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 25,567 vehicles. It affects 2017 Subaru Impreza.

25,567
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2017
owners notified (March 27)
NHTSA campaign17V132000
Manufacturer campaignWTN-74
ComponentBACK OVER PREVENTION › CAMERA SYSTEM
Report receivedMarch 2, 2017
Owner notificationMarch 27, 2017
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017 Impreza vehicles. Due to a software problem, the rearview camera display may not work properly.

Safety risk

A rearview camera display that does not function as designed can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the car, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will update the infotainment software, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2017. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for the recall is WTN-74.

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.

Vehicles covered by recall 17V132000

Make and modelModel years
Subaru Impreza2017

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.