Engine water pipe may leak coolant
Defect Summary
Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2024 forester vehicles. the engine water pipe may have loose attachment bolts, allowing the pipe to lose its seal and leak coolant.
Safety Consequence
Leaking coolant can contact a hot exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Subarus independent distributor processing facilities will tighten the water pipe attachment bolts. the affected vehicles have not been delivered to dealers or sold to owners and therefore, no owner notification letters will be sent. owners may contact subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. subaru's number for this recall is wro-23.
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FAQ: Recall 23V723000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 23V723000?
NHTSA recall 23V723000 was issued by Subaru Of America, Inc. on October 26, 2023. It addresses: Engine water pipe may leak coolant. The recall affects approximately 49 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Subaru Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 23V723000 or the manufacturer campaign number WRO-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.