Subaru Recalls 2025 Forester Over Loose Child Seat Anchor
Subaru of America, Inc. recalled certain 2025 Forester vehicles on July 6, 2026. The recall affects child seat anchor bolts that may be improperly tightened. A loose anchor increases the risk of injury to children during a crash.
Quick Facts at a Glance
Recall Date
July 6, 2026
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brands
Subaru of America, Inc., SUBARU
Category
Vehicles & Parts
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
At-Risk Groups
CHILDREN
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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Product Details
The recall includes certain 2025 Subaru Forester vehicles. Owners will receive notification letters expected to be mailed on August 15, 2025.
The Hazard
A loose child seat anchor bolt poses a high risk of injury to a child in the event of a crash. This defect may compromise the safety of child passengers.
Reported Incidents
No specific incident or injury numbers have been reported in relation to this recall. The issue has the potential to cause serious harm.
What to Do
Owners should stop using the vehicle until the issue is resolved. Contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614 for inspection and repairs.
Contact Information
For more information, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website at https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V419000.
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