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Subaru - Due to improper ecm programming under certain circumstances the ignition coil may be energized longer than designed after the engine is off
Official notice
15 Nov 2020
Last checked
15 Nov 2020
An official DVSA notice concerns Subaru - Due to improper ecm programming under certain circumstances the ignition coil may be energized longer than designed after the engine is off. Due to improper ecm programming under certain circumstances the ignition coil may be energized longer than designed after the engine is off Published 2020-11-15.
What to do now
Re-programme the engine control module and replace if required the ignition coil.
Units affected
2,338
Recall number
R-2020-316
Official notice
2020-11-15
The hazard
The hazard
Due to improper ecm programming under certain circumstances the ignition coil may be energized longer than designed after the engine is off
How to check if you're affected
How to check if you're affected
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Brand: Subaru. Contact: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA).
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