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NHTSA Recall 17V701000: Service brakes and accelerator pedal (vehicle speed control)

Subaru of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,367 vehicles. It affects 2018 Subaru Crosstrek.

2,367
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2017
owners notified (November 14)
NHTSA campaign17V701000
Manufacturer campaignWTR-77
ComponentsSERVICE BRAKES; VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL › ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Report receivedNovember 7, 2017
Owner notificationNovember 14, 2017
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018 Crosstrek vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with an incorrect floor mat retention bracket, allowing the floor mat to move out of position and interfere with the accelerator or brake pedal operation.

Safety risk

If the floor mat moves out of position and interferes with the accelerator or brake pedal operation, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Subaru has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the floor mat retention bracket and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2017. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTR-77.

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 17V701000

Make and modelModel years
Subaru Crosstrek2018

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.