NHTSA Recall 18V772000: Engine (engine and engine cooling)
Subaru of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 165,534 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Scion Fr-S.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V772000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | WTY-84 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE |
| Report received | November 1, 2018 |
| Owner notification | December 26, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Subaru Impreza, 2012-2013 Impreza Stationwagon, 2013 Subaru BRZ, XV Crosstrek and Toyota Scion FR-S vehicles. The engine valve springs in these vehicles may fracture causing an engine malfunction or a possible engine stall.
Safety risk
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Subaru will notify their owners. Toyota will notify the FR-S owners. Dealers will replace the valve springs, free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2018. Subaru owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614, Toyota owners may contact the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-888-270-9371. Subaru's number for this recall is WTY-84.
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 18V772000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Scion Fr-S | 2013 |
| Subaru BRZ | 2013 |
| Subaru Impreza | 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| 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.