Subaru is recalling certain 2019 through 2022 Crosstrek Hybrid vehicles because a harness terminal may corrode and break. This damage prevents the 12-volt battery from recharging, which can cause a sudden loss of drive power while driving. The increased risk of a crash makes this recall important for vehicle safety. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/80679-subaru-crosstrek-hybrid-2021-electrical-system-recall-risk-of-crash.
“Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid Recall: Battery Charging Failure Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 13, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/80679-subaru-crosstrek-hybrid-2021-electrical-system-recall-risk-of-crash. Based on NHTSA recall #23V080000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23V080000).
Subaru of America, Inc. recalled 2019-2022 Crosstrek Hybrid vehicles due to a 12-volt battery recharge issue that can cause loss of drive power and increase crash risk, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Feb. 14, 2023. Dealers will replace the converter terminal mounting bracket free of charge.
How to tell if you have it
Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid, 2019-2022
What to do
Dealers will replace the converter terminal mounting bracket. If corrosion is found on the terminals, the 12-Volt output harness and terminals will also be replaced. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614.
The hazard
A 12-Volt battery that is unable to recharge can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. The harness terminal that supplies low-voltage power from the converter to the 12-Volt battery may corrode and break, preventing the battery from charging.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show Subaru of America, Inc. has 100 other recalls on record since March 18, 2010. Other recent recalls include a Subaru Forester 2025 recall for an incorrect GAWR label risk of crash (July 7, 2026), a Subaru 2026 Forester Moonroof Glass Recall for risk of detached panel (May 28, 2026), and a Subaru Forester Hybrid (2025) fuel leak fire risk recall (Feb. 23, 2026). Other recent recalls of similar products include a Toyota 2025 Camry Hybrid recall for risk of crash or fire from inverter issue (Dec. 16, 2025), a Toyota Lexus RZ 2026 recall for electrical system risk of crash (June 18, 2026), and a 2026 Toyota RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid recall for powertrain shutdown risk (Oct. 7, 2026).
How to tell if you have this one
Check if you own a Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid manufactured between 2019 and 2022. You may have received an owner notification letter mailed on May 12, 2023. If you are unsure, contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614.
Brand
Subaru
Category
Vehicle
Based on the official NHTSA remedy
What to do — step by step
Contact a Dealer
Schedule an appointment to have the converter terminal mounting bracket replaced free of charge.
Allow for Terminal Inspection
If corrosion is found on the terminals during service, the 12-volt output harness and terminals will also be replaced.
Call Customer Service
Contact Subaru at 1-844-373-6614 with recall number WRD-23 if you have questions or need assistance.
Official remedy
What NHTSA says to do
Dealers will replace the converter terminal mounting bracket. If corrosion is found on the terminals, the 12-Volt output harness and terminals will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 12, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-23.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
Owners were mailed letters 3 months after NHTSA received the defect report.
1NHTSA received the defect report
2Owner letters mailed
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
Take action
Contact Subaru
We’ve drafted a message you can send Subaru to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 23V080000 — Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid Recall: Battery Charging Failure Risk
Hello,
I own a Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid Recall: Battery Charging Failure Risk that is covered by recall 23V080000 from Subaru.
The official recall notice states: Dealers will replace the converter terminal mounting bracket. If corrosion is found on the terminals, the 12-Volt output harness and terminals will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 12, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-23.
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.
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.
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