Subaru recalls 2025 Forester vehicles due to potentially loose child seat anchor bolts. Dealers will inspect and tighten bolts at no charge. Owner letters are expected August 15, 2025. Contact Subaru at 1-844-373-6614. Recall number WRC-25.
Quick Facts at a Glance
Recall Date
July 6, 2026
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brands
Subaru, Subaru of America, Inc.
Category
Vehicles & Parts
Sold At
Unknown
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL, PREGNANT, PETS
Hazard Information
A loose child seat anchor bolt increases the risk of injury to a child during a crash.
What You Should Do
Dealers will inspect the child seat anchor bolts and, if necessary, tighten the bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRC-25.
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About This Product
The Subaru Forester is a popular compact SUV. The recall concerns child seat anchor bolts that secure the LATCH system.
Why This Is Dangerous
Loose anchor bolts can compromise the integrity of the child seat attachment during a crash, increasing injury risk to a child.
Industry Context
This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern in the provided data.
Real-World Impact
Consumers should expect a dealer inspection and potential tightening of bolts. No injuries reported yet; action is needed to prevent future risk.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
1. Verify your 2025 Forester is affected by the recall WRC-25 in official notices.
2. Check VIN with Subaru dealer or NHTSA database.
3. If your vehicle is affected, book inspection immediately.
Where to find product info
Recall details available via Subaru customer service and NHTSA recall database. Look for recall WRC-25.
What timeline to expect
Inspection and tightening performed at no charge. Process timing depends on dealer availability; typical service window is a few hours to a day.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
Escalate to Subaru corporate customer service.
File a complaint with NHTSA if the dealer fails to perform the recall remedy.
How to prevent similar issues
Keep vehicles up to date with recalls.
When purchasing used cars, check recall status for the model year.
Ensure child seat anchors are inspected regularly after maintenance.
Documentation advice
Keep letters, dealership notes, photos of bolt tightening, VIN, and recall number WRC-25.
Product Details
Brand: Subaru of America, Inc. (SUBARU). Model: FORESTER. Year: 2025. Manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc. Component: CHILD SEAT. Recall number: WRC-25. Date of recall: Notice expected August 15, 2025. Status: ACTIVE.
Reported Incidents
No incidents or injuries are reported in the provided data.
Key Facts
2025 Forester recall for loose child seat anchor bolts
Recall number WRC-25
Owner notification letters mailed around 2025-08-15
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