Subaru Crosstrek, Impreza (2017-2018): Engine and engine cooling
Recall 19V744000 · Oct 17, 2019 · Subaru of America, Inc.
205,000
vehicles affected
205,000
vehicles affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 19V744000
- Date
- Oct 17, 2019
- Maker
- Subaru of America, Inc.
- Units affected
- 205,000
- Kind
- Vehicles
- Component
- Engine and engine cooling > Exhaust system > Emission control > Crankcase (pcv)
- Model years
- 2017-2018
- Started by
- The maker
- Hazard
- Crash risk
What is wrong
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Impreza and 2018 Crosstrek vehicles equipped with an aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve. The PCV valve may come apart, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, possibly resulting in a loss of power while driving.
What can happen
An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Recall repairs are free of charge.
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the PCV valve, free of charge. If the PCV valve has separated and the components cannot be found, the engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began December 2, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUP-01.
Vehicles covered
2 models, 3 model years in all
Related pages
Questions and answers
Which vehicles are in recall 19V744000?
2 models: Subaru Crosstrek (2018), Subaru Impreza (2017-2018), about 205,000 vehicles in all.
What is the fix for recall 19V744000?
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the PCV valve, free of charge. If the PCV valve has separated and the components cannot be found, the engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began December 2, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614.
What can happen?
An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. A dealer can tell whether a single vehicle still needs the repair.