Safety Recall NHTSA · 23V016000 Reported January 23, 2023

Incorrect information in owner's manual/fmvss 108

Subaru Of America, Inc. · Equipment · 4,615 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
23V016000
Manufacturer Campaign
WRA-23
Component
Equipment
Vehicles Affected
4,615
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
January 23, 2023
Completion Rate
99.63

Defect Summary

Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2022 wrx vehicles equipped with the "eyesight" feature. the owner's manual may contain incorrect instructions for adjusting the sensitivity of the high beam assist function. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Safety Consequence

Incorrect instructions for adjusting the sensitivity of the high beam assist function contained in the owner's manual may cause the lights to not be adjusted as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Subaru will mail an owner's manual insert containing the correct information, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed february 15, 2023. owners may contact subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. subaru's number for this recall is wra-23.

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 23V016000 or campaign WRA-23.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 23V016000

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

What is recall 23V016000?

NHTSA recall 23V016000 was issued by Subaru Of America, Inc. on January 23, 2023. It addresses: Incorrect information in owner's manual/fmvss 108. The recall affects approximately 4,615 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Subaru Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 23V016000 or the manufacturer campaign number WRA-23. 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.