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.
2019 Subaru Forester Recall
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Frequently Asked Questions
8 common questions answered
What are the known NHTSA recalls for a 2019 Subaru Forester?
The NHTSA database lists multiple recalls affecting the 2019 Subaru Forester, including air bag inflator and ODS seat connection issues, brake-light switch faults, engine PCV valve separation, rear stabilizer bracket bolts, EPS connector concerns, and other service campaigns. Mike Shaw Subaru in Thornton, CO can check NHTSA records and your VIN and help you schedule service for any open recall at no cost.
How do I check if my 2019 Subaru Forester has an open recall?
You can check open recalls by entering your VIN at NHTSA.gov or by asking our service team to run a manufacturer VIN check for your 2019 Subaru Forester. Bring your VIN to Mike Shaw Subaru or call to schedule appointment and we will confirm recalls and advise next steps—recall repairs are free.
How much does a 2019 Subaru Forester recall repair cost?
Manufacturer recall repairs are performed free of charge to the vehicle owner, including parts and labor, when completed at a certified Subaru dealer. If you need to book a time, schedule service online and ask about our service financing options to pay later if you choose additional non-recall maintenance.
Can I get my 2019 Subaru Forester recall fixed at an independent shop or do I need a dealer?
Recall repairs must be completed by an authorized dealer to ensure OEM parts, factory procedures, and manufacturer warranty compliance—Mike Shaw Subaru is a certified Subaru franchise for recall repairs. Visit Mike Shaw Subaru in Thornton or schedule appointment online; we use OEM diagnostic tools and factory-trained technicians for safe, guaranteed remedies.
How long does a 2019 Subaru Forester recall repair take?
Repair time varies by recall: many items are completed in under a half-day, while airbag or engine inspections can take longer if parts or engine work are required. Contact Mike Shaw Subaru to get an estimated turnaround and to schedule service—we strive for fast repairs and offer service specials to keep you moving.
Does an open recall affect my 2019 Subaru Forester's trade-in or resale value?
An unresolved recall can reduce buyer confidence and may lower trade-in or resale value because dealerships and private buyers often verify NHTSA recall status before purchase. Resolve recalls at Mike Shaw Subaru to protect value and then use our online trade tool at sell-your-car-online.htm to get an updated appraisal.
Can I fail a state inspection because of an unresolved 2019 Subaru Forester recall?
Open recalls are not typically direct inspection items, but safety defects (like brake or airbag issues) can lead to failed inspections or unsafe operation if left unrepaired. Have our certified team check your VIN at Mike Shaw Subaru and schedule service to address any safety-related recalls promptly.
2019 Subaru Forester Recall Summary
These recall items are based on NHTSA records. If your 2019 Subaru Forester is affected, recall repairs are free at Mike Shaw Subaru in Thornton, CO—please schedule service so we can complete the necessary work and keep you safe on the road.
Recall Service & Dealership Highlights
Safety Risks You Can't Ignore
The 2019 Subaru Forester faces several safety-related recalls documented by the NHTSA that can affect occupant protection and vehicle control. Examples include air bag inflator issues and Occupant Detection System (ODS) seat connection faults that can deactivate the passenger air bag, and engine PCV valve separation that can cause loss of power while driving. There are also campaigns for brake-light switch contamination and rear stabilizer bracket bolts that may loosen. Ignoring these recalls could increase the risk of injury, affect insurance claims, and compromise crash protection. At Mike Shaw Subaru in Thornton, CO, our factory-trained technicians prioritize safety: we inspect affected systems using OEM diagnostic tools and complete manufacturer-prescribed repairs at no cost to you. If parts are delayed for a given campaign, we will document your vehicle’s status and notify you when remedy parts arrive. For urgent attention, schedule service today and ask about current service specials that may make ancillary maintenance more affordable while your recall is completed.
Your Certified Recall Experts
Mike Shaw Subaru is your certified Subaru franchise dealer in Thornton, CO, and we are uniquely qualified to perform recall repairs on the 2019 Subaru Forester. Our technicians are factory-trained, use OEM replacement parts, and follow Subaru’s official repair procedures to maintain safety and warranty compliance. Recall repairs must be performed by an authorized dealer to ensure the correct parts and calibration; our shop uses Subaru OEM tools and software to confirm the remedy. We serve Thornton and nearby communities across the Denver metro area, offering transparent communication, documented repairs, and free recall work under the manufacturer program. We also provide service financing and convenient online scheduling—schedule service now to secure a time that fits your schedule. Trust Mike Shaw Subaru to complete the work correctly and keep your Forester safe and compliant with NHTSA-stated remedies.
Check Your VIN Today
Do not wait to confirm whether your 2019 Subaru Forester is affected—use your VIN at NHTSA.gov or bring your vehicle to Mike Shaw Subaru for a free manufacturer VIN check. Our team will look up active campaigns, explain any required corrective actions, and provide candid timing for repairs; common affected systems include airbags, brake-light switches, and engine PCV valves. If a remedy is available we will perform it free of charge per Subaru’s recall policy; if parts are temporarily unavailable we will log your vehicle and notify you as soon as replacements arrive. Bringing your Forester to a franchise dealer ensures the repair is done according to Subaru’s standards, avoiding improper fixes that could affect safety or resale. You can schedule appointment online, review current service specials, or call our service team in Thornton for immediate assistance.
Protect Your Resale Value
Unresolved recalls on a 2019 Subaru Forester can reduce trade-in offers and narrowing buyer interest, because many dealers and private buyers check NHTSA records before purchase. Addressing recalls at Mike Shaw Subaru protects your vehicle’s value by ensuring safety items are repaired using OEM parts and factory procedures, and by keeping a documented repair history. Completing recall work eliminates buyer concerns about unresolved safety defects such as airbag inflators, brake-line corrosion issues, or power steering connector faults. After repairs, ask our team to provide the official service record and consider using our online trade tool at sell-your-car-online.htm to get a current appraisal reflecting completed recall work. If you’re planning to sell or trade your Forester, resolving recalls at Mike Shaw Subaru in Thornton, CO is a proven way to preserve resale value and simplify the sales process.
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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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Air Bag10
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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