Product description
This recall was extended 12 November 2017 and 18 April 2018.
Impreza MY2008-2014 (including WRX and WRX STI) vehicles equipped with a Takata front passenger airbag.
Forester MY2009-2012 vehicles equipped with a Takata front passenger airbag.
Campaign numbers SI0331, SI0394 and SI0435
Number of affected vehicles:
Subaru Impreza MY2008-2014 - 55 628 vehicles
Subaru Forester MY2009-2012 - 66 427 vehicles
Impreza MY2008-2014 (including WRX and WRX STI) vehicles equipped with a Takata front passenger airbag.
Forester MY2009-2012 vehicles equipped with a Takata front passenger airbag.
Campaign numbers SI0331, SI0394 and SI0435
Number of affected vehicles:
Subaru Impreza MY2008-2014 - 55 628 vehicles
Subaru Forester MY2009-2012 - 66 427 vehicles
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Reason the product is recalled
Airbag inflator: As it gets older, a combination of high temperatures and humidity can cause the airbag inflator propellant to degrade. If an affected vehicle is involved in a collision triggering the airbag, the metal inflator housing may explode/rupture under too much internal pressure.
The hazards to consumers
In the event that a defective airbag inflator ruptures, metal fragments may propel out through the airbag cushion towards the vehicle occupants causing serious injury or fatality.
What consumers should do
Owners of affected vehicles should contact their local Subaru dealership or Subaru head office directly via the website at https://www.subaru.com.au/contact-us to arrange for a replacement airbag inflator free of charge.
Consumers who are unsure whether they are affected can also use Subaru's VIN look-up tool at https://www.subaru.com.au/recall or contact Subaru on 1300 550 994 or contact their preferred dealer.
Alternatively, consumers can use their registration plate number to check if their vehicle is affected by going to http://www.ismyairbagsafe.com.au
We also recommend you visit https://www.productsafety.gov.au/newsletter/subscribe to subscribe to receive updates about current and future recalls as they are published.
Further information for consumers is available at: https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recalls/compulsory-takata-airbag-recall
Consumers who are unsure whether they are affected can also use Subaru's VIN look-up tool at https://www.subaru.com.au/recall or contact Subaru on 1300 550 994 or contact their preferred dealer.
Alternatively, consumers can use their registration plate number to check if their vehicle is affected by going to http://www.ismyairbagsafe.com.au
We also recommend you visit https://www.productsafety.gov.au/newsletter/subscribe to subscribe to receive updates about current and future recalls as they are published.
Further information for consumers is available at: https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recalls/compulsory-takata-airbag-recall
Details to help identify the product
Supplier running the recall
Who sold the product
Subaru (Aust) Pty Limited
Identifying product features
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulators
Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.
Quote PRA number 2016/15766 when contacting a regulator about this recall.
Recall and remedy questions
Contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission if you have:
- a question about the remedy being offered to you by the business that is responsible for managing this recall, or
- concerns about the way the business is managing this recall.
