Subaru recall: Engine and engine cooling
What is wrong
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.
What could happen
An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Vehicles covered
- Subaru Ascent 2019
- Subaru Crosstrek 2019
- Subaru Forester 2019
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 19V856000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- Subaru Of America, Inc.
- Reported to NHTSA
- Dec 2, 2019
- Owners notified
- Jan 31, 2020
- Vehicles or items affected
- 51,613
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- Sep 11, 2018 to Oct 8, 2018
- Part
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control › Crankcase (pcv)
- Maker's own recall number
- WUW-08
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Other recalls for the same vehicles
- Subaru recall: Suspension Oct 19, 2026
- Subaru recall: Power train Nov 9, 2023
- Subaru recall: Power train Nov 9, 2023
- Subaru recall: Electrical system Aug 4, 2023
- Subaru recall: Electrical system Apr 15, 2021
- Subaru recall: Suspension Apr 15, 2021
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.