The problem
On certain vehicles, the wiring harness for the air bag occupant detection system in the front passenger seat May have been pinched during production. Pinching of the wiring harness between the floor crossmember and the seat mounting bracket could result in a short circuit.
The risk
The passenger's front air bag could become disabled and May not deploy in the event of a crash increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant. Also an electrical short circuit could cause a fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect to see if the wiring had been incorrectly routed under the seat bracket. If so, the dealer will repair any damaged wiring, reroute and secure the wiring harness in the correct location, and re-calibrate the occupant detection system as necessary. The recall began on March 9, 2007. Owners May contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 07V-043 (07V043000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | WVC-13 |
| Manufacturer | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| Component | Air bags › Frontal |
| Report date | February 12, 2007 |
| Owners notified | March 9, 2007 |
| Vehicles affected | 7,004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 07V-043 repair free?
Yes. Subaru dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect to see if the wiring had been incorrectly routed under the seat bracket. If so, the dealer will repair any damaged wiring, reroute and secure the wiring harness in the correct location, and re-calibrate the occupant detection system as…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 7,004 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.