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2019–2026 Subaru Ascent, Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid, Subaru Forester +more: Equipment recall

NHTSA campaign 26V436000 · 541K units potentially affected · filed Jul 7, 2026

What's wrong

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."

Why it matters

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
26V436000
Manufacturer no.
WRH-26
Manufacturer
Subaru OF America, Inc.
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Units affected
541,237
Report received
Jul 7, 2026
Owner letters
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Type
Vehicle

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