Subaru · Canada · Crit
Subaru Tribeca, Forester +2 more: Accessories
Affects Subaru Tribeca, Forester, Legacy, Outback · 2006–2012 — about 293 vehicles.
The hazard
On certain vehicles equipped with dealer-installed accessory puddle lights, a short circuit may develop causing the lights to melt and/or emit smoke. This could result in a fire causing property damage and/or injury. Correction: Dealers will install an additional fused wiring harness to protect against short circuits.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational