The problem
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2025 Forester vehicles. The child seat anchor bolts may have been improperly tightened, allowing the bolts to come loose.
The risk
A loose child seat anchor bolt increases the risk of injury to a child during a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the child seat anchor bolts and, if necessary, tighten the bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRC-25.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 25V-419 (25V419000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | WRC-25 |
| Manufacturer | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| Component | Child seat |
| Report date | June 19, 2025 |
| Owners notified | July 17, 2025 |
| Vehicles affected | 2,938 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the other / not specified
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 25V-419 repair free?
Yes. Subaru dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the child seat anchor bolts and, if necessary, tighten the bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 2,938 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.