Subaru ball spring inside the switch may break, reducing the strength of the ignition switch.
The short version
Subaru of America, Inc. reported a problem with the ignition switch. Here is what owners need to know.
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 the run position to the accessory position, turning off the engine.
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.
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ignition switch, replacing the ignition switch, if necessary, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 19V-297.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2009–2013 | Subaru Forester |
| 2008–2011 | Subaru Impreza |
| 2005–2014 | Subaru Legacy |
| 2005–2014 | Subaru Outback |
| 2008–2014 | Subaru WRX |
What changed
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