NHTSA Recall 18V455000: Labels (equipment) and tires
Subaru of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,654 vehicles. It affects 2018 Subaru Forester.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V455000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | WTS-78 |
| Components | EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS; TIRES |
| Report received | July 10, 2018 |
| Owner notification | July 26, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018 Subaru Forester vehicles. The Certification Label may indicate the incorrect wheel size, tire size, and air pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Safety risk
Installing incorrect tires or applying incorrect tire air pressure may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected label, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2018. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WTS-78.
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 18V455000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Subaru Forester | 2018 |
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.