SUBARU IMPREZA (2017) recall — Engine And Engine Cooling
Subaru recalls certain 2017 Impreza vehicles with a faulty PCV valve that may cause power loss while driving. Owners must have the engine replaced free of charge by dealers.
Use caution until it’s fixed
An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Subaru is recalling 2017 Impreza vehicles with a potential engine power loss hazard. This could increase crash risk during normal driving. Affected vehicles need a free engine replacement. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1226379-subaru-2017-impreza-engine-recall-power-loss-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1226379-subaru-2017-impreza-engine-recall-power-loss-risk · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #19V745000
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“Subaru 2017 Impreza Engine Recall: Power Loss Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1226379-subaru-2017-impreza-engine-recall-power-loss-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #19V745000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V745000).
Why it’s dangerous
The aluminum PCV valve may separate while driving, causing engine power loss. This could lead to unexpected loss of power and increase crash risk during normal driving conditions.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2017 Subaru Impreza vehicles with the aluminum PCV valve are affected. Drivers using these vehicles during normal operation face the highest risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2017 Impreza has an aluminum PCV valve. The recall started December 3, 2019, and affects vehicles with this specific valve design.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Subaru Customer Service
Call 1-844-373-6614 to schedule engine replacement at a dealer.
Get Engine Replacement
Dealers will replace the engine free of charge as part of the recall.
What NHTSA says to do
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUS-04.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The aluminum PCV valve may separate, causing power loss while driving and increasing crash risk.
How do I know if my car is affected?
Your 2017 Impreza with an aluminum PCV valve is affected. The recall began December 3, 2019.
What should I do if I own this car?
Contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614 to schedule a free engine replacement at a dealer.
Contact Subaru
We’ve drafted a message you can send Subaru to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 19V745000 — Subaru Subaru Hello, I own a Subaru that is covered by recall 19V745000 from Subaru. The official recall notice states: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUS-04. 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 #19V745000 (October 17, 2019)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 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.
- GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official NHTSA recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.