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Subaru - Brake light switch malfunction fmvss 108 & 102
Official notice
25 Apr 2023
Last checked
25 Apr 2023
An official NHTSA notice concerns Subaru - Brake light switch malfunction fmvss 108 & 102. An unintentional brake light illumination can fail to alert other motorists of actual brake application. A vehicle that shifts out of the park position unexpectedly can allow the vehicle to rollaway. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash. Published 2023-04-25.
What to do now
Dealers will inspect the gap between the brake light switch and stopper, adjusting the switch as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed june 23, 2023. Owners may contact subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is wri-23.
Units affected
4,030
Recall number
WRI-23
Official notice
2023-04-25
The hazard
The hazard
An unintentional brake light illumination can fail to alert other motorists of actual brake application. A vehicle that shifts out of the park position unexpectedly can allow the vehicle to rollaway. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
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Brand: Subaru. Contact: Subaru of America, Inc..
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