The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Incorrect beige rear center seat belt webbing was installed. The belt length is too short.
The risk
The seat occupant would not be properly restrained in the event of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace all beige colored rear center lap/shoulder belts with lot number 0171.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-392 (00V392000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | WWA-84 |
| Manufacturer | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| Component | Seat belts › Rear/other |
| Report date | November 21, 2000 |
| Owners notified | January 26, 2001 |
| Vehicles affected | 368 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seat belts
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-392 repair free?
Yes. Subaru dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace all beige colored rear center lap/shoulder belts with lot number 0171.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 368 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.