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NHTSA Recall 20V189000: Seat belts: rear/other

Subaru of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,862 vehicles. It affects 2019 Subaru Crosstrek.

4,862
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2020
owners notified (April 15)
NHTSA campaign20V189000
Manufacturer campaignWRC-20
ComponentSEAT BELTS › REAR/OTHER
Report receivedMarch 31, 2020
Owner notificationApril 15, 2020
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek vehicles with rear seat belt assemblies with a dual-mode locking mechanism. The seat belt webbing sensor locking mechanism may not lock as intended.

Safety risk

In the event of a crash involving multiple impacts, the seat belt may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge. The began April 15, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRC-20.

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 20V189000

Make and modelModel years
Subaru Crosstrek2019

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.