Back up lights: switchRecall 22V-522 · 2015–2021 Subaru WRX

Subaru of America, Inc. recall 22V-522 covers 59,934 2015–2021 Subaru WRX for a back up lights: switch problem, reported to NHTSA on July 21, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q2) shows 48% of affected vehicles repaired.

48%
Vehicles repaired29,024 of 59,934 · 2024 Q2
Vehicles affected59,9341 model
ReportedJul 21, 2022Owners notified Sep 16, 2022
Complaints since6Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 22V522000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2021 WRX vehicles. The backup light switch may corrode and become inoperative, which can result in the backup lights not illuminating and the rearview camera image not displaying when the vehicle is in reverse.

The risk

Inoperative backup lights and an inoperative rearview camera can reduce vehicle visibility and driver awareness, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the backup light switch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE-22.

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

48%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 2,320 vehicles were listed as unreachable.

0%50%100%2022 Q32024 Q2
1 model

Vehicles in this recall

Built from November 14, 2013 to October 21, 2021. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.