Recall 23V755000
NHTSA safety recall campaign 23V755000. Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH. 95,830 units potentially affected.
Risk Summary (Consequence)
An inoperative inhibitor switch may prevent the reverse lights from illuminating and the rearview camera image from displaying, increasing the risk of a crash.
Defect Summary
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.
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.
Key Dates
Affected Vehicles
Other SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. Recalls
Recent campaigns from the same manufacturer (last 3 years)
Recent SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. Recalls
| Campaign | Report Date | Component | Makes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V106000 | Feb 23, 2026 | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | SUBARU | 69,153 |
| 25V889000 | Dec 18, 2025 | STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS | SUBARU | 5,603 |
| 25V419000 | Jun 19, 2025 | CHILD SEAT | SUBARU | 2,938 |
| 25V033000 | Jan 23, 2025 | WHEELS | SUBARU | 20,366 |
| 24V227000 | Mar 22, 2024 | AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER | SUBARU | 118,723 |
| 23V754000 | Nov 9, 2023 | POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT | SUBARU | 4,701 |
| 23V723000 | Oct 26, 2023 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | SUBARU | 49 |
| 23V647000 | Sep 21, 2023 | POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT | SUBARU | 4,311 |
| 23V609000 | Aug 31, 2023 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL | SUBARU, TOYOTA | 8,915 |
| 23V551000 | Aug 4, 2023 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | SUBARU | 35,357 |
Recalls Affecting the Same Makes
Campaigns touching SUBARU from other manufacturers (last 3 years)
Same-Make Recall Activity
| Campaign | Report Date | Manufacturer | Component | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25V744000 | Oct 30, 2025 | TOYOTA MOTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING | BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION | 1,024,407 |
| 25V577000 | Sep 4, 2025 | TOYOTA MOTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING | VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM | 94,320 |
Consumer Complaints Referencing This Campaign
NHTSA complaints whose narratives mention 23V755000
Referencing Complaints
| Complaint ID | Incident Date | Vehicle | Component | Narrative Snippet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980486 | Apr 3, 2024 | 2022 SUBARU OUTBACK | POWER TRAIN | The contact owns a 2022 Subaru Outback. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number 23V755000 (Power Trai… |
| 1978521 | Mar 23, 2024 | 2022 SUBARU OUTBACK | ENGINE | Thermal control valve became inoperable at less than 40,000 miles. Engine shut down and began to overheat. Part is know… |
| 1944842 | Nov 21, 2023 | 2021 SUBARU OUTBACK | POWER TRAIN | The contact owns a 2021 Subaru Outback. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V… |
| 1955832 | Nov 9, 2023 | 2021 SUBARU CROSSTREK | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | In early November 2023, NHTSA Recall Number23V755000 was issued for my 2021 Subaru Crosstrek. I was not notified by NHTS… |
How to Act on This Recall
- Owners: Contact your authorized dealer to schedule the remedy at no cost. Remedy is covered under 49 U.S.C. 30120.
- Fleets: Use the Fleet Recall Checker to scan your VIN list against this and other open campaigns.
- Looking up a specific VIN? Check VIN against NHTSA for open recalls on that vehicle.
- NHTSA contact: Vehicle Safety Hotline 1-888-327-4236.