Control arm: lower armRecall 21V-675 · 2021 Subaru Impreza

Subaru of America, Inc. recall 21V-675 covers 802 2021 Subaru Impreza for a control arm: lower arm problem, reported to NHTSA on August 30, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q2) shows 97% of affected vehicles repaired.

Do not drive these vehicles until repaired

97%
Vehicles repaired777 of 802 · 2023 Q2
Vehicles affected8021 model
ReportedAug 30, 2021Owners notified Sep 3, 2021
Complaints since0Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 21V675000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2021 Impreza vehicles. The left-front lower control arm weld may fail, allowing the control arm to separate from the crossmember.

The risk

A separated control arm may cause the tire to contact the wheel well, resulting in a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

The fix

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the control arm as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 3, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRI-21.

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

97%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 24 vehicles were listed as unreachable.

0%50%100%2021 Q32023 Q2
1 model

Vehicles in this recall