Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2016-2017 Outback vehicles
— Recall Campaign #19V910000
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Outback vehicles. A replacement air bag control module may have been installed that is not compatible with the passenger air bag module, possibly affecting air bag deployment.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 46 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
19V910000
| Manufacturer: | Subaru of America, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | December 19, 2019 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 19V910000 |
| Units affected: | 46 |
- Description:
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Outback vehicles. A replacement air bag control module may have been installed that is not compatible with the passenger air bag module, possibly affecting air bag deployment.
- Consequeces:
- In the event of a crash necessitating passenger frontal air bag deployment, the air bag may not deploy properly, increasing the risk of injury.
- Corrective action:
- Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag module, free of charge. The recall began February 3, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUX-09.
- 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.