NHTSA Recall 25V419000: Child seat
Subaru of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,938 vehicles. It affects 2025 Subaru Forester.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V419000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | WRC-25 |
| Component | CHILD SEAT |
| Report received | June 19, 2025 |
| Owner notification | July 17, 2025 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2025 Forester vehicles. The child seat anchor bolts may have been improperly tightened, allowing the bolts to come loose.
Safety risk
A loose child seat anchor bolt increases the risk of injury to a child during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the child seat anchor bolts and, if necessary, tighten the bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRC-25.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V419000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Subaru Forester | 2025 |
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.