Subaru recalls more than 541,000 vehicles due to label error
Subaru initiated a recall of more than 541,000 vehicles in the US for a label with incorrect information about the load capacity
Subaru launched a new recall campaign in the United States involving more than half a million vehicles. Although the news may cause concern among owners, the brand clarified that the problem is not related to the operation of the engine, brakes or any other mechanical component.
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The problem has its origins in information printed incorrectly on the vehicle's official certification label. That error violates a federal safety standard and could cause some drivers to exceed the recommended carrying capacity, increasing the risk of driving incidents.
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The campaign is under the supervision of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and reaches approximately 541,237 Subaru vehicles sold in the United States.
The problem is with the certification label
As explained by the Japanese manufacturer, some units were assembled with an incorrect value of the GAWR, an acronym that corresponds to the Gross Axle Weight. This information appears on the certification label known as Part 567 and serves to indicate the maximum weight that each vehicle axle can safely support.
Although the vehicle has no structural defects, an incorrect figure may lead the owner to load the SUV above the recommended limit, especially when traveling with multiple passengers, luggage or trailers.
That scenario represents a non-compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard FMVSS No. 110, which regulates information on tires, rims and load capacities.
What models are part of the recall
The campaign includes select Subaru Ascents from model years 2019 to 2026. Also involved are the 2025 and 2026 Forester and Forester Hybrid, as well as the 2026 Crosstrek Hybrid.
Subaru specified that vehicles manufactured after June 9, 2026 have already left production with the correct information, so they are not part of this review.
The solution will be simple and free
Unlike other recalls in which it is necessary to replace components or leave the vehicle in the shop for several hours, this campaign will have a much simpler procedure.
Subaru will mail a new certification label with the corrected information and instructions for installing it over the original. Owners who do not wish to do it themselves can also go to an authorized dealer, where the procedure will be performed at no cost.
Notifications to owners will begin to be sent beginning in late July 2026.