Emission control: crankcase (pcv)Recall 19V-856 · Subaru vehicles
Subaru of America, Inc. recall 19V-856 covers 51,613 Subaru vehicles for a emission control: crankcase (pcv) problem, reported to NHTSA on December 2, 2019. The manufacturer's latest report (2021 Q2) shows 95% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 19V856000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek, Forester, and Ascent vehicles. The aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve can separate, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, resulting in a loss of power while driving.
The risk
An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the PCV valve, free of charge. If the PCV valve has separated and the components cannot be found, the short block engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began January 31, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUW-08.
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.
How fast cars are being fixed
95%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 61 vehicles were listed as unreachable.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from February 22, 2018 to March 21, 2019. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.