The problem
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2026 Crosstrek Hybrid, 2025-2026 Forester Hybrid, Forester, and 2019-2026 Ascent vehicles. These vehicles were manufactured with an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the certification label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 110, "Tire selection and rims."
The risk
An incorrect GAWR label may lead to an overloaded vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Subaru will mail a new certification label to owners, free of charge. Owners may also choose to have a dealer install the new label, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed August 27, 2026. Additional letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRH-26.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 26V-436 (26V436000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | WRH-26 |
| Manufacturer | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| Component | Equipment › Other › Labels |
| Report date | July 7, 2026 |
| Vehicles affected | 541,237 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
- 2019 Subaru Ascent
- 2020 Subaru Ascent
- 2021 Subaru Ascent
- 2022 Subaru Ascent
- 2023 Subaru Ascent
- 2024 Subaru Ascent
- 2025 Subaru Ascent
- 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid
- 2025 Subaru Forester
- 2026 Subaru Forester
- 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid
- 2026 Subaru Forester Hybrid
Plus 1 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the equipment & accessories
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 26V-436 repair free?
Yes. Subaru dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Subaru will mail a new certification label to owners, free of charge. Owners may also choose to have a dealer install the new label, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed August 27, 2026.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 541,237 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.