Emission control: crankcase (pcv)Recall 19V-744 · Subaru vehicles

Subaru of America, Inc. recall 19V-744 covers 205,000 Subaru vehicles for a emission control: crankcase (pcv) problem, reported to NHTSA on October 17, 2019. The manufacturer's latest report (2021 Q1) shows 92% of affected vehicles repaired.

92%
Vehicles repaired188,199 of 205,000 · 2021 Q1
Vehicles affected205,0002 models
ReportedOct 17, 2019Owners notified Dec 2, 2019
Complaints since1Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 19V744000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Impreza and 2018 Crosstrek vehicles equipped with an aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve. The PCV valve may come apart, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, possibly resulting in a loss of power while driving.

The risk

An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

The fix

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the PCV valve, free of charge. If the PCV valve has separated and the components cannot be found, the engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began December 2, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUP-01.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

92%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.

0%50%100%2019 Q42021 Q1
2 models

Vehicles in this recall

Built from October 20, 2016 to April 3, 2018. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.