NHTSA model-year recall report

2017 Subaru Forester Recalls

1 campaign in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

Affected systems

Urgent advisories

Oct 3, 2019

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At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is below the Subaru Forester average of 5.0 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2017 Subaru Forester recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 19V701000

Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification

Manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.

Reported Oct 3, 2019

What is recalled

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Forester vehicles equipped with heated seats. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may loosen.

Safety consequence

If the connection loosens, the front passenger airbag may deactivate even though the seat is occupied, increasing the risk of injury to the front passenger in the event of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the ODS sensor mat harness, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUM-98.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Subaru Forester model years

Compare campaign histories within the same model. Counts are descriptive, not a safety grade.

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2017 Subaru Forester recall questions

How many recalls does the 2017 Subaru Forester have?

This verified dataset contains 1 NHTSA campaign associated with the 2017 Subaru Forester. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2017 Subaru Forester?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology