The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighNHTSA·19V744000·Announced 2019-10-17

Subaru Recalls Impreza and Crosstrek Vehicles for PCV Valve Defect

Subaru is recalling 2017-2018 Impreza and 2018 Crosstrek vehicles because the PCV valve may break apart, potentially causing a loss of power while driving.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

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 where a component failure can lead to a loss of power while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. This fits the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2017-2018 Impreza and 2018 Crosstrek vehicles equipped with an aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve. The recall affects approximately 205,000 vehicles.

The PCV valve may come apart, allowing separated components to enter the engine. This defect can result in an unexpected loss of power while driving, which increases the risk of a crash.

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the PCV valve free of charge. If the valve has separated and components cannot be found, the engine will be replaced free of charge. The recall began December 2, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
SUBARU IMPREZA, CROSSTREK
Brand
SUBARU
Manufacturer
Subaru of America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Engine Component
Hazard
Affected units
205,000

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)

  • IMPREZA
  • CROSSTREK

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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