Electrical system: instrument cluster/panelRecall 23V-551 · Subaru vehicles
Subaru of America, Inc. recall 23V-551 covers 35,357 Subaru vehicles for a electrical system: instrument cluster/panel problem, reported to NHTSA on August 4, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q3) shows 94% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 23V551000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Crosstrek and Impreza vehicles. Due to insufficient clearance, the instrument panel harness may contact the steering beam bracket, damaging the wire insulation and causing a short circuit.
The risk
A short circuit may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the harness and install an additional clamp on the steering beam bracket. If damage is found, dealers will add protective tape or replace the instrument panel harness, as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 3, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRL-23.
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
94%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 121 vehicles were listed as unreachable.