Safety Recall NHTSA · 09V468000 Reported December 4, 2009

Fuel line leaks

Subaru Of America, Inc. · Fuel System, Gasoline · 5,724 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
09V468000
Manufacturer Campaign
WVK-21
Component
Fuel System, Gasoline
Vehicles Affected
5,724
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 4, 2009

Defect Summary

Subaru is recalling certain model year 2002 and 2003 impreza wrx vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of south dakota, nebraska, north dakota, minnesota, idaho, iowa, montana, colorado, wisconsin, new york, wyoming, michigan, alaska, new hampshire, vermont, and maine. during cold starts, typically under extremely cold temperatures, fuel leaks in the fuel delivery line could occur where the line connects with a rubber hose.

Safety Consequence

Fuel leaks, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the fuel line free of charge. the recall began on december 31, 2009. owners may contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Subaru Of America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 09V468000 or campaign WVK-21.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 09V468000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 09V468000?

NHTSA recall 09V468000 was issued by Subaru Of America, Inc. on December 4, 2009. It addresses: Fuel line leaks. The recall affects approximately 5,724 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Subaru Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 09V468000 or the manufacturer campaign number WVK-21. 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.