2017 Subaru FORESTER Recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign on record for this model year.
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Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Forester vehicles equipped with heated seats. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may loosen.
If the connection loosens, the front passenger airbag may deactivate even though the seat is occupied, increasing the risk of injury to the front passenger in the event of a crash.
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the ODS sensor mat harness, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUM-98.
Source: NHTSA.gov public recall database
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About 2017 Subaru FORESTER Recalls
The 2017 Subaru FORESTER has 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign on record. The affected components include AIR BAGS. All recall repairs are provided free of charge at any authorized Subaru dealership.
If you own a 2017 Subaru FORESTER, you may have received a recall notice by mail from Subaru. If you purchased your vehicle used, the previous owner may have received the notice and you may not be aware of open recalls. Use our free VIN lookup to check your exact vehicle's recall status.
To get your 2017 Subaru FORESTER recall repaired, contact your nearest Subaru dealership with your recall campaign number. Federal law requires manufacturers to fix the defect at no cost, regardless of whether you're the original owner, your vehicle's mileage, or its age.
The Subaru FORESTER has a total of 64 recall campaigns across all model years. View all Subaru FORESTER recalls →
2017 Subaru FORESTER Recall FAQs
How many recalls does the 2017 Subaru FORESTER have?
The 2017 Subaru FORESTER has 1 NHTSA recall campaign on record.
What parts are affected by the 2017 Subaru FORESTER recalls?
The 2017 Subaru FORESTER recalls affect the following components: AIR BAGS.
Are 2017 Subaru FORESTER recall repairs free?
Yes. Federal law requires all manufacturers to repair safety recall defects at no cost to the vehicle owner — regardless of mileage, age, or whether you are the original owner. Contact any authorized Subaru dealership with your recall campaign number.
How do I check if my 2017 Subaru FORESTER has an open recall?
Use our free VIN lookup on the RecallDetails.com homepage. Enter your 17-digit VIN and we'll show you every open recall campaign for your exact vehicle, including campaigns that may not appear in model-level data.