Occupant classification: front passengerRecall 24V-227 · Subaru vehicles
Subaru of America, Inc. recall 24V-227 covers 118,723 Subaru vehicles for a occupant classification: front passenger problem, reported to NHTSA on March 22, 2024. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 71% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 24V227000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by an NHTSA defect investigation.
The problem
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Outback and Legacy vehicles. A capacitor in the sensors for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may crack and short circuit, which can prevent the front passenger air bag from deploying in a crash.
The risk
An air bag that does not deploy during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the ODS sensors on the front passenger seat, free of charge. Owner notifications were mailed February 3, 2025. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRA-24.
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
71%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 1,871 vehicles were listed as unreachable.