Known Recalls

Recall campaign · NHTSA 19V856000

Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: emission control: crankcase (PCV)

Subaru of America, Inc. filed this campaign with NHTSA on 2019-12-02.

Recall campaignNHTSA 19V856000

Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: emission control: crankcase (PCV)

Component
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: emission control: crankcase (PCV)
Manufacturer
Subaru of America, Inc.
Vehicles affected
51,613
Reported to NHTSA
2019-12-02
Owners notified
2020-01-31

Defect description

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek, Forester, and Ascent vehicles. The aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve can separate, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, resulting in a loss of power while driving.

Safety risk

An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the PCV valve, free of charge. If the PCV valve has separated and the components cannot be found, the short block engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began January 31, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUW-08.

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.

Scope of coverage

3 model years across 3 models.

ModelYears on record
Subaru Ascent2019
Subaru Crosstrek2019
Subaru Forester2019

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.