2022 Subaru Outback: Electrical System recall
NHTSA campaign 22V473000 · 15 units potentially affected · filed Jul 1, 2022
What's wrong
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2022 Outback vehicles. The engine wiring harness may have been damaged, resulting in a loose electrical connection to the engine control unit (ECU).
Why it matters
A loose electrical connection to the ECU may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the engine wiring harness and ECU, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 30, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRC-22.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V473000
- Manufacturer no.
- WRC-22
- Manufacturer
- Subaru OF America, Inc.
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
- Units affected
- 15
- Report received
- Jul 1, 2022
- Owner letters
- Aug 1, 2022
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Subaru Outback 2022