SUBARU WRX 2016: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS:SWITCH

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 22V522000

Make Model Year
SUBARU WRX 2016
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2022-09-16 2022-07-21 2022-07-21

Production Dates: 2013-11-14 - 2021-10-21

Manufacturers Involved: Subaru of America, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: WRE-22

Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS:SWITCH

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 59934

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Subaru of America, Inc. "Subaru" is recalling certain 2015-2021 WRX vehicles. The backup light switch may corrode and become inoperative, which can result in the backup lights not illuminating and the rearview camera image not displaying when the vehicle is in reverse.

Consequence

Inoperative backup lights and an inoperative rearview camera can reduce vehicle visibility and driver awareness, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the backup light switch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 19, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE-22.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.nhtsa.gov.