Subaru Recalls 2018 Legacy and Outback for Fuel Display Software Error
Subaru is recalling 2018 Legacy and Outback vehicles because a software error may cause the fuel gauge to display incorrect levels, increasing the risk of stalling and a crash.
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 risk-of-harm product where the defect increases the risk of a crash, but no specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.
Plain-English summary
Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2018 Subaru Legacy and Outback vehicles. The recall involves 228,648 vehicles affected by a software error in the electrical system.
Due to this software error, the low fuel warning light may not illuminate at the intended remaining fuel level. Additionally, the miles-to-empty display may incorrectly indicate a positive number even when the fuel tank is empty. This inaccurate fuel display may cause a driver to unexpectedly run out of fuel, causing the vehicle to stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the combination meter software free of charge. The recall began on February 20, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236. Subaru's number for this recall is WTW-82.
The recalled product
- Product
- SUBARU OUTBACK, LEGACY
- Brand
- SUBARU
- Manufacturer
- Subaru of America, Inc.
- Category
- Vehicle — Software / Electrical
- Affected units
- 228,648
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 (2)
- OUTBACK
- LEGACY
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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