2015 Subaru Forester Recalls
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID: 19V701000
RECALL DATE: 2019-10-04
SUMMARY
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Forester vehicles equipped with heated seats. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may loosen.
CONSEQUENCES
If the connection loosens, the front passenger airbag may deactivate even though the seat is occupied, increasing the risk of injury to the front passenger in the event of a crash.
REMEDY
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the ODS sensor mat harness, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUM-98.
COMPONENT AFFECTED
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
NOTES
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