Subaru (Aust) Pty Limited - Subaru Impreza MY2017-2019 and Subaru XV MY2018-2019 Recall

A recall notice for Subaru Impreza MY2017-2019 and Subaru XV MY2018-2019 supplied by Subaru (Aust) Pty Limited due to improper Engine Control Module (ECM) programming, the ignition coil may overheat, creating a short circuit and blowing the fuse.

Subaru (Aust) Pty Limited - Subaru Impreza MY2017-2019 and Subaru XV MY2018-2019

PRA No.

2019/17909

Date published

1 Nov 2019

Campaign number

SRT-284

Product description

Subaru Impreza
Model Years 2017-2019

Subaru XV
Model Years 2018-2019

54 715 affected vehicles

Identifying features

VIN (Vehicle identification number)

See attached VIN list

VIN list.xlsx (604.78 KB)

What are the defects?

Due to improper Engine Control Module (ECM) programming, the ignition coil may overheat, creating a short circuit and blowing the fuse.

What are the hazards?

If the fuse blows, the engine may stop while driving and not restart, increasing the risk of an accident or injury to vehicle occupants and other road users.

What should consumers do?

Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted and asked to arrange an appointment for inspection and repair, free of charge.

For further information, contact your nearest Subaru Dealership or the Subaru Customer Relations Team on 1300 550 994 (Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 5pm AEST).

Supplier

Subaru (Aust) Pty Limited

Traders who sold this product

Authorised Subaru Dealers

Where the product was sold

Nationally

Responsible regulator

Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Cities and Regional Development is the responsible regulator for this recall.

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