Camden, NJ – April 25, 2024 – Subaru (OTCMKTS:FUJHY) is recalling 118,723 cars whose airbags may fail to deploy in a crash, upping the risk of an injury.
The affected models include:
- 2020 – 2022 Subaru Legacy
- 2020 – 2022 Subaru Outback
The recall is being conducted on the back of hundreds of warranty claims.
Recall summary
Cars generally have a system of sensors called the Occupant Detection System (ODS) which only deploys airbags if there is a person in the seat during a crash.
Due to a supplier error, the listed cars’ ODS may develop an electrical short due to moisture ingress. This may cause the system to malfunction and not deploy the front passenger airbag even if there is someone in the seat.
Recall risks
For the risks of this recall, please see this article about an Audi recall caused by a similar issue.
Warning signs
A malfunctioning sensor will trigger the supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning light, as well as the “front passenger’s frontal airbag OFF indicator” on the dashboard.
Other Subaru recalls
Some of these cars may have been affected by a recall in December 2023, caused by inoperable rearview cameras and backup lights.
In September of last year, there was a Subaru BRZ recall due to malfunctioning rear turn signals, as reported.
Background of the recall
The recall comes on the back of 253 warranty claims and 23 technical reports. No injuries have been reported.
The repair
Dealers will replace the ODS sensors free of charge.
The parts are currently not in stock.
Owners will get a letter from the automaker once they become available.
Is your vehicle a part of this recall?
This Subaru airbag recall affects close to 120,000 cars. To do a Subaru recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.
