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Subaru recalls 541,000 vehicles over federal safety sticker mistake: NHTSA
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Key Points:
- Subaru is recalling approximately 541,237 SUVs from model years 2019 to 2026 due to an incorrect gross axle weight rating (GAWR) label on the rear axle, which could cause drivers to unintentionally overload their vehicles and increase crash risk.
- The affected models include certain 2019–2026 Ascent, 2025–2026 Forester and Forester Hybrid, and 2026 Crosstrek Hybrid vehicles, all of which fail to meet federal motor vehicle safety standards.
- The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) first alerted Subaru in May, leading to a recall initiated in late June after Subaru's internal review confirmed the labeling error.
- Subaru will notify owners starting August 25 and provide corrected weight stickers free of charge, with the option for owners to have the stickers installed at authorized dealers at no cost.
- No crashes or injuries have been reported due to the labeling issue, and customers can obtain more information via Subaru Customer Service or the NHTSA hotline.
