An electrical short may damage the subwoofer amplifier, and may result in the subwoofer overheating, increasing the risk of a fire.

Electrical System — Wiring

Summary

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015 WRX and WRX/STI vehicles, equipped with an optional factory-installed subwoofer in the trunk. Items in the trunk may cause the subwoofer wiring to contact the subwoofer metal frame, possibly resulting in an electrical short.

Actions

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the subwoofer wire, install a wire retainer clip, and, as necessary, replace the subwoofer, free of charge. The recall began October 31, 2017. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTQ-76.

Documents (9)

• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Date: October 26, 2017 Subject: Update: WTQ‐76 Possible Subwoofer Overheating Recall – Owner Notification
• Recall 573 Report - Amendment 2
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2017-4
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Recall 573 Report-Amendment 3
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Date: October 10, 2017 Subject: New Safety Recall
• Recall 573 Report-Amendment 1

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