Subaru · United States · Crit
Subaru Forester, WRX +2 more: Power train — driveshaft
Affects Subaru Forester, WRX, Impreza, Crosstrek · 2023–2024 — about 5K vehicles.
The hazard
A broken driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power while driving or vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake engaged. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
What to do
Dealers will inspect and replace the left and right front driveshafts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRP-23.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational