REC-001224

active

2018–2019 SUBARU FORESTER

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: Subaru (Aust) Pty Limited

Recall date: 3 December 2019

Defect

Over time the aluminium positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may fracture, allowing the engine to draw an increased amount of engine oil. This may cause excessive exhaust smoke and possibly unexpected loss of engine power.

Hazard

Excessive exhaust smoke or loss of engine power may result in an accident, or injury to vehicle occupants and other road users.

Remedy

Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted and asked to arrange an appointment for inspection and repair, free of charge. For further information, contact your nearest Subaru Dealership or the Subaru Customer Relations Team on 1300 550 994 (Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 5pm AEST).

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Subaru (Aust) Pty Limited — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-001224