Subaru/side curtain air bag
Defect Summary
The left and right side curtain air bags in certain vehicles involved in this campaign may not fully deploy rapidly enough when activated in a side impact collision. during a side impact test conducted by the insurance institute for highway safety (iihs), the test results indicated that there was a difference between the iihs test results and the result of side impact tests conducted by fhi.
Safety Consequence
This may result in failure to provide the intended head protection, increasing the risk of injury to a seat occupant.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the left and right side curtain air bag modules. the recall began on june 11, 2004. owners should contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783. .
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Subaru Of America, Inc. or involving Air Bags.
FAQ: Recall 04V274000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 04V274000?
NHTSA recall 04V274000 was issued by Subaru Of America, Inc. on June 9, 2004. It addresses: Subaru/side curtain air bag. The recall affects approximately 1,987 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Subaru Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04V274000 or the manufacturer campaign number WWR02. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.