Defect
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.
2025 Subaru Forester Recall
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the known NHTSA recalls for a 2025 Subaru Forester?
The NHTSA has issued 23 recall campaigns affecting Forester models across model years that involve components such as air bags, brake light switches, engine components, and steering systems. These recalls include 10 air bag-related campaigns (ODS sensor harnesses and passenger inflator replacements), 3 brake-light switch recalls, and additional campaigns for turbo intake ducts, ignition switches, electrical relays, brakes, mats, rear suspension bolts, engine PCV valves, and EPS connectors. Mike Shaw Subaru Greeley monitors NHTSA bulletins and will confirm whether your 2025 Subaru Forester is affected; schedule service for a free VIN check today.
How do I check if my 2025 Subaru Forester has an open recall?
Check your VIN at NHTSA.gov or bring your vehicle to a dealer for a free recall check with our OEM diagnostic tools. Call our service team or schedule service and we will verify open campaigns and explain next steps at no charge. We also post updates and available fixes on our service specials page: service specials.
How much does a 2025 Subaru Forester recall repair cost?
Manufacturer recall repairs are performed free of charge under the recall program. If additional non-recall work is recommended, our service advisors will explain costs and financing options; we offer service financing so you can get service now and pay later. Mike Shaw Subaru Greeley uses OEM parts and factory-trained technicians to ensure repairs meet manufacturer standards and preserve warranty and resale value.
Can I get my 2025 Subaru Forester recall fixed at an independent shop or do I need a dealer?
Recall repairs should be performed at a certified Subaru dealer to ensure OEM parts, warranty protection, and proper factory procedures. Independent shops are not authorized to perform manufacturer recall remedies in the same way a franchise dealer can; bring your vehicle to Mike Shaw Subaru Greeley for free recall service and documented repairs.
How long does a 2025 Subaru Forester recall repair take?
Repair time varies by campaign—from a quick inspection or part swap (under an hour) to longer repairs that may require ordering parts; typical visits range from 30 minutes to a few hours. Some air bag inflator or harness replacements may require parts that are temporarily backordered; we will notify you and schedule a follow-up when parts arrive. To minimize wait time, schedule appointment and review available service specials.
Does an open recall affect my 2025 Subaru Forester's trade-in or resale value?
Yes—open recalls can reduce trade-in and resale value because buyers and dealers check NHTSA records during appraisal and purchase decisions. Resolving recalls at Mike Shaw Subaru Greeley protects your vehicle’s value and provides documented proof of manufacturer repairs; get a quick check and then visit our trade appraisal page.
Can I fail a state inspection because of an unresolved 2025 Subaru Forester recall?
Open recalls are not always automatic inspection failures, but safety-related defects (like brake or air bag issues) can cause a vehicle to fail depending on state inspection criteria. If a recall affects brakes, lights, or steering, address it promptly—Mike Shaw Subaru Greeley can inspect your vehicle and perform the recall repair free of charge to help ensure it meets inspection standards.
2025 Subaru Forester Recall Summary
These summaries are based on NHTSA records. To confirm whether your 2025 Subaru Forester is affected and to arrange free, OEM-compliant repairs with factory-trained technicians, schedule service at Mike Shaw Subaru Greeley today.
Recall Service & Dealership Highlights
Safety Risks You Can't Ignore
The safety of you and your passengers is the top priority for Mike Shaw Subaru Greeley, which is why addressing recalls for the 2025 Subaru Forester must be handled promptly. Several NHTSA-recorded campaigns affecting Forester models include air bag inflator replacements and Occupant Detection System (ODS) harness inspections; these defects can cause passenger air bags to deactivate or inflators to rupture, potentially resulting in serious injury in a crash. Brake-light switch recalls can prevent brake lights from illuminating and can also interfere with starting or shifting, creating immediate roadside danger. Other campaigns cover engine components, power steering connectors, and rear stabilizer bolts—each posing a credible safety risk if left unaddressed. By bringing your 2025 Subaru Forester to our certified franchise service center in Greeley, CO, you ensure recall repairs are performed free by factory-trained technicians using OEM parts and manufacturer procedures. Prompt recall repairs also reduce the chance of denied insurance claims or complications during vehicle inspections and protect your family and passengers on every trip.
Your Certified Recall Experts
Mike Shaw Subaru Greeley is a factory-authorized Subaru franchise dealer serving Greeley and nearby communities including Fort Collins, Loveland, Windsor, Evans, and the greater Weld County area. Our technicians are Subaru factory-trained, use OEM diagnostic tools, and follow manufacturer repair procedures to complete recall work correctly and document it in your vehicle history. Recall repairs for the 2025 Subaru Forester are completed free of charge under the manufacturer recall program; we use genuine Subaru parts and the proper special tools required for safe, compliant work. Choosing our dealership for recall service preserves warranty integrity, prevents mismatched parts, and avoids the uncertainty of non-franchised repairs. We also help with parts, maintenance history, and provide clear communication about wait times or parts availability. To speed your visit, schedule service online and review any current service specials—we aim to make recall work fast, documented, and reassuring for every owner in our community.
Next Steps & VIN Check
If you suspect your 2025 Subaru Forester might be affected by a recall, the simplest first step is to verify your VIN at NHTSA.gov or let Mike Shaw Subaru Greeley perform a complimentary VIN check. Our service advisors will confirm open campaigns, explain whether parts are immediately available, and set expectations for repair time. Some remedies require inspections and immediate parts replacement, while others may involve interim notification and a later parts-based fix; for example, certain ODS harness replacements have required parts backorders in the past. When you bring your vehicle in, we’ll perform a free inspection, document the recall status, and complete the approved repair using OEM parts if available. Typical visit times vary from under an hour for simple switch replacements to a longer appointment when parts need to be ordered. We offer service financing for any non-recall work so you can address maintenance without delay. To get started, schedule service and check current service specials that may ease scheduling and turnaround.
Protect Your Resale Value
Unresolved recalls can reduce appraisal values and complicate resale or trade-in transactions for the 2025 Subaru Forester because many buyers and dealerships review NHTSA records before purchase. Having all recall campaigns addressed and documented by Mike Shaw Subaru Greeley protects your vehicle’s marketability and shows prospective buyers that factory-required safety work was completed by a certified dealer. Recall remedies are completed free of charge at our franchise service center, and we supply detailed repair records that demonstrate compliance with manufacturer safety campaigns. If you’re preparing to trade or sell, resolving recalls prevents surprises during dealer trade-ins or private sales, and can maintain higher offers. For a no-obligation estimate of trade value after recall completion, visit our appraisal page at value your trade. Documented, dealer-completed recall repairs preserve both safety and financial return on your vehicle investment.
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Recall Summary
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Air Bag
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Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the ODS sensor mat harness, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Owners will be notified of the recall beginning November 29, 2019, and will receive a second notice when remedy parts are available. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUM-98.
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FREE10 OPEN RECALLS
Defect
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.
Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the ODS sensor mat harness, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Owners will be notified of the recall beginning November 29, 2019, and will receive a second notice when remedy parts are available. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUM-98.
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Brake Light3
FREE3 OPEN RECALLS
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Forester, 2008-2016 Impreza sedans, 2012-2016 Impreza station wagons, 2008-2014 WRX sedans (including STI), and 2013-2017 Crosstrek vehicles. Exposure to certain contaminants may cause the brake light switch to malfunction, preventing the brake lights from illuminating and also preventing keyless ignition vehicles from starting and CVT/automatic transmissions from being able to be shifted out of Park.
Consequence
Brake lights that do not illuminate properly will not alert other drivers that the vehicle is slowing or stopping, increasing the risk of crash.
Corrective Action
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 29, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUE-90.
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Turbocharger Air Intake Duct1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 WRX vehicles manufactured April 10, 2015, to October 21, 2015, and Forester 2.0XT vehicles manufactured April 10, 2015, to October 20, 2015. The turbocharger air intake duct may crack and possibly result in an engine stall.
Consequence
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the turbocharger air intake duct, and replace it as necessary, free of charge, depending on the lot number found on the duct. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTA-62.
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Ignition1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Forester vehicles, 2008-2011 Impreza vehicles, 2008-2014 WRX vehicles, 2005-2014 Legacy vehicles, 2005-2014 Outback vehicles and 2006-2008 Tribeca vehicles equipped with a mechanical key ignition switch installed as a replacement part. The ball spring inside the switch may break, reducing the strength of the ignition switch. If this occurs, the weight on the key ring and certain road conditions could cause the ignition switch to move out of t
Consequence
The engine turning off unexpectedly can increase the risk of a crash. If a crash occurs under this condition, the air bag may not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ignition switch, replacing the ignition switch, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 10, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUF-91.
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Electrical System1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles, 2008-2014 Impreza vehicles and 2009-2013 Forester vehicles, all equipped with turbo-charged engines. The relay that controls the secondary air injection pump may fail, causing the pump to continuously operate and overheat.
Consequence
If the air injection pump overheats, it may melt and increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the secondary air injection pump relay, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTM-73.
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Brake2
FREE2 OPEN RECALLS
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Impreza, 2008-2014 WRX and STI, and 2009-2013 Forester vehicles, currently, or formerly, registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia that were remedied under recall 14V-311 prior to December 23, 2014. The brake lines may
Consequence
Brake fluid may leak due to the brake line corrosion and may result in longer distances being required to slow or stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will apply an anti-corrosion wax to the four-way joint connector area of the brake line system, free of charge. The recall began on January 27, 2015. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WQQ-52. Notes: This recall is specific to affected Forester, Impreza, WRX, and STI customers who had their car remedied under NHTSA recall no. 14V-311 prior to December 23, 2014. Subaru has determined that this remedy was inadequate due to incomplete repair instructions provided to dealers. Affected Forester, Impreza, WRX, and STI vehicles that were not repaired under NHTSA recall no. 14V-311 prior to December 23, 2014 will continue to be processed under NHTSA recall no. 14V-311. Affected vehicles not currently, or formerly, registered in the salt belt states identified in this recall are eligible for repair, at no cost to the customer, upon request.
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Equipment1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL
Defect
Subaru is recalling certain model year 2014 Forester vehicles manufactured from January 2013 through March 2013. The backing for the carpeted floor mats was not manufactured to specification. As a result, the floor mats may curl when exposed to heat.
Consequence
Curling of the driver side floor mat could distract the driver and/or interfere with proper operation of one or a combination of, the vehicle's clutch, brake, and accelerator pedals. Brake or accelerator pedal interference may result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop the vehicle, which could cause a crash.
Corrective Action
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace each of the vehicle's four (4) carpeted floor mats with new ones. These services will be performed free of charge. Subaru will issue an interim notification by the end of April 2013. Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's recall campaign number is WQH-44.
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Rear Suspension1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Subaru Crosstrek, 2019 Crosstrek Hybrid, and 2019 Forester vehicles. The rear stabilizer bracket bolts may loosen and detach.
Consequence
Missing bolts may allow the rear stabilizer bracket to shift, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will retorque and replace any missing bolts, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 14, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-21.
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Engine2
FREE2 OPEN RECALLS
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek, Forester, and Ascent vehicles. The aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve can separate, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, resulting in a loss of power while driving.
Consequence
An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the PCV valve, free of charge. If the PCV valve has separated and the components cannot be found, the short block engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began January 31, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUW-08.
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Power Steering1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Forester and Crosstrek vehicles. A connector inside the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) unit may short circuit resulting in a loss of electric power steering assistance.
Consequence
Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
None of the affected vehicles have been sold yet. Subaru has notified dealers and they will inspect the steering gearbox, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUC-88.
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