Subaru Recall WTW-82: Incorrect Fuel Range Display May Cause Stall
2018 Subaru Outback
The inaccurate fuel display may cause a driver to unexpectedly run out of fuel and the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Electrical System — Software
Fuel System, Gasoline
- Summary
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018 Subaru Legacy and Outback vehicles. Due to a software error, the low fuel warning light may not illuminate at the intended remaining fuel level and the miles-to-empty display may incorrectly indicate a positive number despite the tank being empty.
- Actions
- Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the combination meter software, free of charge. The recall began February 20, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WTW-82.
- Documents (31)
- Defect Notice 573 Report
- Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - New Subaru Safety Recall/STOP SALE: WTW-82 Combination Meter Reprogramming
- Recall Acknowledgement
- Recall 573 Report - AMENDMENT 2
- Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- Subject: WTW-82 Repair Procedures for New In-Stock Unsold 2018 Legacy / Outback Units
- Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- Re: Subaru Service Loaner Program (“SSLPâ€) vehicles grounded due to recall notice (WTW-82)
- Recall 573 Report - AMENDMENT 1
- ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
- Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- Re: Inoperative WTW-82 Combi Meter Re-programmer
- Miscellaneous Document - Email to owners 3/11/2019
- Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Subaru Retailer Pre-Owned Support Program (WTW-82) Final Reminder
- Remedy Instructions and TSB
- Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Retailer Support Program
- Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- SUBJECT: UPDATED WTW-82 Repair Procedures for Retailer SSLP, CPO and / or any remaining incomplete unsold stock 2018MY Legacy / Outback units.
- Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- Date: April 17th, 2019 Re: Additional WTW-82/WUD-89 Combi Meter Re-programmer
- Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2019-1
- Interim Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
- Remedy Instructions and TSB
- Remedy Instructions and TSB
- Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- Safety Recall Special Service Tool Shipment: WTW-82 Combination Meter Reprogramming
- Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- SUBJECT: WTW-82 Combination Meter Reprogramming
- Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- SUBJECT: VERY IMPORTANT WTW-82 COMBINATION METER UPDATE PROGRAM INFORMATION AND PACKAGING INSTRUCTIONS
- Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- Date: December 7, 2018 Subaru Safety Recall/STOP SALE: WTW-82 Combination Meter Reprogramming
- Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- Subaru Safety Recall/STOP SALE: WTW-82 Combination Meter Reprogramming
- Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- WTW-82 Retailer Inventory on Stop Sale
- Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- February 4, 2019 Subaru Safety Recall/STOP SALE: WTW-82 Combination Meter Reprogramming
- Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - WTW-82 Retailer Inventory on Stop Sale
- Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2019-2
- Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2019-4
- Remedy Instructions and TSB
- Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2019-3
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