Subaru XV Crosstrek, Outback +3 more: Forward collision avoidance — crash imminent braking

Affects Subaru XV Crosstrek, Outback, Legacy, WRX, Impreza · 2015–2016 — about 72K vehicles.

The hazard

If the automatic pre-collision braking system does not function as intended, the vehicle will not react to an obstacle in its path, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the driver assist system, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2015. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WQS-54.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational