PRA number
2019/17508
Campaign number
SRT - 271
Published date
Product description
Subaru Impreza MY2004-2014 (includes WRX and WRX STI)
27 518 affected vehicles
Previous recalls:
MY2004-2007 - PRA2015/14715
MY2008-2014 - PRA2016/15766
Subaru Forester MY2009-2012
16 151 affected vehicles
Previous recalls:
MY2008-2014- PRA2016/15766
Subaru Liberty MY2010-2014
5 123 affected vehicles
Previous recalls:
MY2010-2014 - PRA2017/16013
Subaru Outback MY2010-2014
6 184 affected vehicles
Previous recalls:
MY2010-2014 - PRA2017/16013
These vehicles have already had their Takata passenger airbag inflator replaced with Takata airbag inflators of the same type ('like for like' replacement).
27 518 affected vehicles
Previous recalls:
MY2004-2007 - PRA2015/14715
MY2008-2014 - PRA2016/15766
Subaru Forester MY2009-2012
16 151 affected vehicles
Previous recalls:
MY2008-2014- PRA2016/15766
Subaru Liberty MY2010-2014
5 123 affected vehicles
Previous recalls:
MY2010-2014 - PRA2017/16013
Subaru Outback MY2010-2014
6 184 affected vehicles
Previous recalls:
MY2010-2014 - PRA2017/16013
These vehicles have already had their Takata passenger airbag inflator replaced with Takata airbag inflators of the same type ('like for like' replacement).
Reasons 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
Supplier
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
