2016 SUBARU WRX RECALL - #22V522000
RECALL FOR EXTERIOR LIGHTING : BACK UP LIGHTS : SWITCH
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2021 WRX vehicles. The backup light switch may corrode and become inoperative, which can result in the backup lights not illuminating and the rearview camera image not displaying when the vehicle is in reverse.
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Recall Details
| Vehicle |
2016 SUBARU WRX |
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| Manufacturer |
Subaru of America, Inc. |
| Manufactured between |
11/14/2013 - 10/21/2021 |
| Recalled on |
7/21/2022 |
| Influenced by |
Subaru of America, Inc. |
| Owners Notified on |
9/16/2022 |
| # Affected |
59,934 |
| Recalled for |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS:SWITCH |
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| Description |
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2021 WRX vehicles. The backup light switch may corrode and become inoperative, which can result in the backup lights not illuminating and the rearview camera image not displaying when the vehicle is in reverse. |
| Consequences |
Inoperative backup lights and an inoperative rearview camera can reduce vehicle visibility and driver awareness, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
Dealers will inspect and replace the backup light switch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 19, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE-22. |
| 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. |
| See also |
2016 SUBARU WRX Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING, BRAKE LIGHTS, SWITCH
2016 SUBARU WRX Recall for FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, CRASH IMMINENT BRAKING
2016 SUBARU WRX Recall for ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ENGINE, GASOLINE, TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
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