The problem
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2018 Forester, 2018-2020 Impreza, Legacy, Outback, 2018-2019 BRZ, WRX, and Toyota 86 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
The risk
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2021. Subaru and Toyota owners may call customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-21.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 21V-587 (21V587000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | WRG-21 |
| Manufacturer | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| Component | Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump |
| Report date | July 29, 2021 |
| Owners notified | September 24, 2021 |
| Vehicles affected | 175,968 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
- 2019 Subaru Ascent
- 2020 Subaru Ascent
- 2018 Subaru BRZ
- 2018 Subaru Forester
- 2018 Subaru Impreza
- 2019 Subaru Impreza
- 2020 Subaru Impreza
- 2018 Subaru Legacy
- 2019 Subaru Legacy
- 2020 Subaru Legacy
- 2018 Subaru Outback
- 2019 Subaru Outback
- 2020 Subaru Outback
- 2018 Subaru WRX
- 2019 Subaru WRX
- 2019 Toyota 86
Plus 2 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system
- 2019 Subaru Ascent fuel system problems 16
- 2020 Subaru Ascent fuel system problems 14
- 2018 Subaru Forester fuel system problems 21
- 2019 Subaru Impreza fuel system problems 6
- 2018 Subaru Legacy fuel system problems 8
- 2019 Subaru Legacy fuel system problems 5
- 2020 Subaru Legacy fuel system problems 1
- 2018 Subaru Outback fuel system problems 46
- 2019 Subaru Outback fuel system problems 32
- 2020 Subaru Outback fuel system problems 15
- 2018 Subaru WRX fuel system problems 7
- 2019 Subaru WRX fuel system problems 3
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 21V-587 repair free?
Yes. Subaru dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2021. Subaru and Toyota owners may call customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-21.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 175,968 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.