The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·18V772000·Announced 2018-11-01

Subaru and Scion Recall Issued for Engine Valve Spring Fracture Risk

Subaru and Toyota are recalling specific 2012-2014 Impreza, BRZ, XV Crosstrek, and FR-S models because engine valve springs may fracture, potentially causing an engine stall that increases crash risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (engine valve springs) that can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. No injuries or deaths are reported in the source text, placing it in the 'High' category per the rubric for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2012-2014 Subaru Impreza, 2012-2013 Impreza Stationwagon, 2013 Subaru BRZ, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek, and 2013 Toyota Scion FR-S vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where engine valve springs may fracture, which can cause an engine malfunction or a possible engine stall.

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. The recall began on December 26, 2018. Dealers will replace the valve springs free of charge.

Subaru will notify owners of the affected Subaru models, while Toyota will notify owners of the FR-S. Subaru owners may contact customer service at 1-844-373-6614, and Toyota owners may contact the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-888-270-9371. Subaru's number for this recall is WTY-84. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
SCION, SUBARU FR-S, BRZ, XV CROSSTREK, IMPREZA
Brand
SCION
Manufacturer
Subaru of America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Engine
Hazard
Affected units
165,534

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (4)

  • FR-S
  • BRZ
  • XV CROSSTREK
  • IMPREZA

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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