2014–2015 Subaru Wrx & Wrx Sti
- Affected
- 4,017
- Category
- Cars
- Campaign
- SI0383
- Supplier
- Subaru (Aust) Pty Limited
The defect
If cargo contacts the underside of the subwoofer that protrudes into the boot area in certain MY15 WRX and WRX STI vehicles, an electrical short circuit may be created and this may cause the subwoofer to overheat.
The hazard
Risk of fire if the subwoofer speaker overheats.
The remedy
Known owners will be contacted by Subaru and asked to present their vehicles to their preferred Subaru dealer for the installation of a spacer kit to prevent an electrical short circuit. The repair work will be carried out free of charge.Further information can be obtained from the Subaru Customer Relations Team by telephoning 1300 550 994 (Mon-Fri 8am to 8pm AEST; Sat 8.30am to 5pm AEST), emailing feedback@subaru.com.au or visiting https://www.subaru.com.au/recall
What to do
- 1Check if your vehicle is affected. This recall covers 4,017 vehicles. Use your VIN to confirm.
- 2Contact Subaru (Aust) Pty Limited to arrange inspection and repair.
- 3Repairs are free of charge when arranged through an authorised dealer.
- 4Verify this recall on the official government register: vehiclerecalls.gov.au ↗
- Website:
- www.subaru.com.au
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Recall data sourced from vehiclerecalls.gov.au under CC BY 4.0.