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Vehicle recall 24V227000 · March 22, 2024

Subaru Legacy and Outback

A capacitor in the sensors for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may crack and short circuit, which can prevent the front passenger air bag from deploying in a crash.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Outback and Legacy vehicles. A capacitor in the sensors for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may crack and short circuit, which can prevent the front passenger air bag from deploying in a crash.
Consequence
An air bag that does not deploy during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ODS sensors on the front passenger seat, free of charge. Owner notifications were mailed February 3, 2025. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRA-24.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
24V227000
Reported to NHTSA
March 22, 2024
Filed by
Subaru of America, Inc.
Manufacturer campaign
WRA-24
Owner notification
February 3, 2025
Vehicles potentially affected
118,723
Initiated by
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
Components
Air bags › Sensor › Occupant classification › Front passenger
Recall 24V227000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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