NHTSA Recall 23V755000: Park/neutral start interlock switch (power train)
Subaru of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 95,830 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Subaru Crosstrek.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V755000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | WRQ-23 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH |
| Report received | November 9, 2023 |
| Owner notification | January 8, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2021 Crosstrek, 2022 Forester, 2021-2023 Legacy, and Outback vehicles. An insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail.
Safety risk
An inoperative inhibitor switch may prevent the reverse lights from illuminating and the rearview camera image from displaying, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the inhibitor switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WRQ-23.
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 23V755000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Subaru Crosstrek | 2021 |
| Subaru Forester | 2022 |
| Subaru Legacy | 2021, 2022, 2023 |
| Subaru Outback | 2021, 2022, 2023 |
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.