The problem
The left and right side curtain air bags in certain vehicles involved in this campaign May not fully deploy rapidly enough when activated in a side impact collision. During a side impact test conducted by the insurance institute for highway safety (iihs), the test results indicated that there was a difference between the iihs test results and the result of side impact tests conducted by fhi.
The risk
This May result in failure to provide the intended head protection, increasing the risk of injury to a seat occupant.
The fix
Dealers will replace the left and right side curtain air bag modules. The recall began on June 11, 2004. Owners should contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783. .
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 04V-274 (04V274000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | WWR02 |
| Manufacturer | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| Component | Air bags › Side/window |
| Report date | June 9, 2004 |
| Owners notified | June 11, 2004 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,987 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 04V-274 repair free?
Yes. Subaru dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the left and right side curtain air bag modules. The recall began on June 11, 2004. Owners should contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783. .
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,987 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.