The problem
Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2021 Crosstrek, 2022 Forester, 2021-2023 Legacy, and Outback vehicles. An insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail.
The risk
An inoperative inhibitor switch may prevent the reverse lights from illuminating and the rearview camera image from displaying, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the inhibitor switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WRQ-23.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 23V-755 (23V755000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | WRQ-23 |
| Manufacturer | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| Component | Power train › Automatic transmission › Park/neutral start interlock switch |
| Report date | November 9, 2023 |
| Owners notified | January 8, 2024 |
| Vehicles affected | 95,830 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain
- 2021 Subaru Crosstrek transmission problems 14
- 2022 Subaru Forester transmission problems 4
- 2021 Subaru Legacy transmission problems 2
- 2022 Subaru Legacy transmission problems 1
- 2021 Subaru Outback transmission problems 12
- 2022 Subaru Outback transmission problems 18
- 2023 Subaru Outback transmission problems 5
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 23V-755 repair free?
Yes. Subaru dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the inhibitor switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WRQ-23.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 95,830 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.