NHTSA Recall 19V701000: Occupant classification (air bags)
Subaru of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 366,282 vehicles. It affects 2015–2018 Subaru Forester.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V701000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | WUM-98 |
| Component | AIR BAGS › SENSOR › OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION |
| Report received | October 3, 2019 |
| Owner notification | February 11, 2020 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Forester vehicles equipped with heated seats. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may loosen.
Safety risk
If the connection loosens, the front passenger airbag may deactivate even though the seat is occupied, increasing the risk of injury to the front passenger in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the ODS sensor mat harness, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUM-98.
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 19V701000
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.