| Component | AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| Mfr Report Date | 20150120 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 19V701000 |
| Summary | Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Forester vehicles equipped with heated seats. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may loosen. |
| Consequence | If the connection loosens, the front passenger airbag may deactivate even though the seat is occupied, increasing the risk of injury to the front passenger in the event of a crash. |
| Remedy | Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the ODS sensor mat harness, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUM-98. |
| 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. |
Data updated January 2023
2017 Subaru Forester Recall FAQs (show)
Q: Does the 2017 Subaru Forester have any vehicle recalls?
A: Yes, the 2017 Subaru Forester has atleast 1 recall.Q: What are the 2017 Subaru Forester recalls?
A: The 2017 Subaru Forester recalls include: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION.
A: Yes, the 2017 Subaru Forester has atleast 1 recall.Q: What are the 2017 Subaru Forester recalls?
A: The 2017 Subaru Forester recalls include: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION.