NHTSA Recall 21V587000: Fuel pump (fuel system)
Subaru of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 175,968 vehicles. It affects 8 models including the Subaru Ascent.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V587000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | WRG-21 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › FUEL PUMP |
| Report received | July 29, 2021 |
| Owner notification | September 24, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2018 Forester, 2018-2020 Impreza, Legacy, Outback, 2018-2019 BRZ, WRX, and Toyota 86 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Safety risk
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2021. Subaru and Toyota owners may call customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-21.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V587000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Subaru Ascent | 2019, 2020 |
| Subaru BRZ | 2018, 2019 |
| Subaru Forester | 2018 |
| Subaru Impreza | 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Subaru Legacy | 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Subaru Outback | 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Subaru WRX | 2018, 2019 |
| Toyota 86 | 2018, 2019 |
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.