Subaru Pulls Over Half a Million Cars for Misprinted Weight Stickers

S. and Canada due to incorrect axle weight labels. The automaker says the labels on certain models show the wrong maximum load capacity for the front and rear axles, which could lead to unsafe driving conditions if the vehicle is overloaded. No crashes or injuries have been reported related to the issue, but Subaru is urging owners to bring their cars in for a free fix.

The recall covers several popular models, including the 2019-2022 Ascent, 2020-2022 Legacy and Outback, and the 2020-2022 Impreza and Crosstrek. The problem stems from a printing error at the factory that resulted in incorrect numbers on the certification label. While the labels are wrong, Subaru says the vehicles themselves meet all federal safety standards and perform as intended.

The fix is straightforward: dealers will install a corrected label on the driver's side doorjamb at no cost to owners.

For Boca Auto Care customers, this is a reminder that recalls happen more often than people realize, and they're always free. If you own one of the affected Subaru models, check your vehicle identification number (VIN) on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website or give us a call.

We can handle the label replacement quickly and get you back on the road. Subaru will begin notifying owners by mail starting in early April, but there's no reason to wait. Stop by Boca Auto Care and we'll take care of it.