SUBARU CROSSTREK (2019) recall — Suspension
Subaru recalls 2018-2019 Crosstrek and Forester models with potential rear stabilizer bracket bolt failure that could increase crash risk. Owners notified via mail; free repair available.
Use caution until it’s fixed
Missing bolts may allow the rear stabilizer bracket to shift, increasing the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Subaru is recalling certain 2018-2019 Crosstrek and Forester vehicles due to rear stabilizer bracket bolts that may loosen and detach. This could increase the risk of a crash if the bracket shifts. Owners should contact Subaru for free repairs. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1224366-subaru-crosstrek-2019-suspension-recall-missing-bolts-risk-crash.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1224366-subaru-crosstrek-2019-suspension-recall-missing-bolts-risk-crash · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #21V263000
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“Subaru Crosstrek 2019 Suspension Recall: Missing Bolts Risk Crash.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1224366-subaru-crosstrek-2019-suspension-recall-missing-bolts-risk-crash. Based on NHTSA recall #21V263000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V263000).
Why it’s dangerous
Missing or loose bolts in the rear stabilizer bracket can cause it to shift. This shift may lead to a crash, as the bracket helps maintain vehicle stability during driving.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2018-2019 Subaru Crosstrek, 2019 Crosstrek Hybrid, and 2019 Forester vehicles are affected. Drivers and passengers in these vehicles are most at risk if the rear stabilizer bracket shifts.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your vehicle has a 2018-2019 model year Crosstrek, Crosstrek Hybrid, or Forester. The recall covers vehicles where the rear stabilizer bracket bolts may loosen and detach.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Subaru Customer Service
Call 1-844-373-6614 to confirm your vehicle is affected and schedule a free repair.
Get Free Repair
Subaru will retorque and replace any missing bolts at no cost to you.
What NHTSA says to do
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will retorque and replace any missing bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-21.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The rear stabilizer bracket bolts may loosen and detach, increasing the risk of a crash.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Your vehicle is affected if it is a 2018-2019 Subaru Crosstrek, 2019 Crosstrek Hybrid, or 2019 Forester.
What should I do if I have the affected vehicle?
Subaru will notify you via mail; contact them at 1-844-373-6614 to schedule a free repair.
Contact Subaru
We’ve drafted a message you can send Subaru to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 21V263000 — Subaru Subaru Hello, I own a Subaru that is covered by recall 21V263000 from Subaru. The official recall notice states: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will retorque and replace any missing bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-21. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #21V263000 (April 15, 2021)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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