Recall 25V033000: 2025 Subaru Forester
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jan 23, 2025
- Vehicles affected
- 20,366
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2025 Forester vehicles equipped with 18" aluminum alloy wheels. The wheels may have been manufactured with an incorrectly specified lug seat surface, which can result in the wheel being improperly attached and cause a loss of vehicle stability.
The risk
A loss of vehicle stability increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the wheels, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 28, 2025. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRB-25.
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 nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 25V033000
- Manufacturer campaign
- WRB-25
- Manufacturer
- Subaru of America, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Feb 28, 2025
- Components
- Wheels (Wheels & Tires)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology