NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2026 Subaru Crosstrek and 1 more recall: Do Not Drive: Loss of Vehicle Control
Do not drive: NHTSA and the manufacturer advise owners not to drive affected vehicles until repaired.
- Recall number
- 26V685000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- Subaru of America, Inc.
- Category
- Vehicles › Suspension
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 8
- Hazard tags
- Crash risk
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Product
Suspension
Affected vehicles
Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.
Why was it recalled?
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2026 Crosstrek and Forester vehicles. The castle nut on the left-front lower control arm ball joint may be improperly fastened, which can lead to the ball joint separating from the lower control arm.
Consequence
A ball joint that separates from the lower control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
What should you do?
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and replace the left-front lower control arm ball joint assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 16, 2026. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRI26.
Manufacturer campaign number
WRI26
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 26V685000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.