NHTSA Recall 25V889000: Hinge and attachments (structure)
Subaru of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,603 vehicles. It affects 2026 Subaru Forester.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V889000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | WRG-25 |
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY › HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE › HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS |
| Report received | December 18, 2025 |
| Owner notification | January 29, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2026 Forester vehicles. These vehicles may have been manufactured with an incorrect and/or incorrectly oriented rear hatch support bracket which can detach without prior warning.
Safety risk
A rear hatch support bracket that detaches can allow the rear hatch to fall unexpectedly during use and increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the rear hatch support brackets and, if necessary, replace the stay and support bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 29, 2026. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-25. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 20, 2025.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V889000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Subaru Forester | 2026 |
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.