Official recall notice
Do Not Drive: Loss of Vehicle Control
- Recall date
- 2026-10-20
- Category
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 8
- Vehicle
- Subaru of America, Inc.
Why it was recalled
Hazard
A ball joint that separates from the lower control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended action
What to do
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and replace the left-front lower control arm ball joint assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 16, 2026. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRI26.
Product description
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2026 Crosstrek and Forester vehicles. The castle nut on the left-front lower control arm ball joint may be improperly fastened, which can lead to the ball joint separating from the lower control arm.