Subaru of America (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015 WRX and WRX/STI vehicles, equipped with an optional factory-installed subwoofer in the trunk. Items in the trunk may cause the subwoofer wiring to contact the subwoofer metal frame, possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Subaru of America – Subwoofer Wire may Overheat and Cause Fire
| Report Received Date | 10/06/2017 |
| NHTSA ID | 17V625000 |
| Consequence Summary | An electrical short may damage the subwoofer amplifier, and may result in the subwoofer overheating, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| Corrective Action | Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the subwoofer wire, install a wire retainer clip, and, as necessary, replace the subwoofer, free of charge. The recall began October 31, 2017. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTQ-76. |
| Recall Code | WTQ-76 |
| Potentially Affected | 9178 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V625000) |
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