Outback
Outback was recalled on 6 September 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/02516/24. Injuries risk reported by Poland. Moisture can get inside the gearbox and disrupt the electrical connections on the mode selection switch circuit board.
| Alert Number | A12/02516/24 |
| Brand | Subaru |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Poland |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Model Number | e13*2018/858*00010*00 |
| Published | 6 September 2024 |
Risk Description
Moisture can get inside the gearbox and disrupt the electrical connections on the mode selection switch circuit board. This can result in the vehicle failing to discern the engaged gear position, causing the reverse light not to illuminate and the rearview monitor to fail to display the image from the rearview camera. This increases the risk of accidents and injuries. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Passenger car. Model Year: 2021-2023.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Outback.
About this risk
This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.