20,000 Subaru Foresters Recalled Over Vehicle Stability Concerns

It seems like there are always several vehicle recalls in the headlines at once — and no automotive manufacturer is exempt. Subaru recently announced a recall of over 20,000 vehicles due to a wheel defect. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently released a brief detailing the specifics of the recall. We’ve parsed it for you so that you can find all the important information quickly.

Even if it sounds like a hassle, you should always take recalls seriously. This is true even if the issue sounds relatively minor or if the total number of recalled vehicles is low. It’s never worth gambling with your own safety, and you should never gamble with the safety of your loved ones or the other drivers on the road.

Why Is There a Subaru Recall?

According to the NHTSA brief, over 20,000 Subaru vehicles have wheels that “may have been manufactured with an incorrectly specified lug seat surface.” This defect can lead to  “the wheel being improperly attached and cause a loss of vehicle stability.”

If a “loss of vehicle stability” sounds scary, that’s because it’s very dangerous. The NHTSA warns that “a loss of vehicle stability increases the risk of a crash.” Don’t delay scheduling a repair if your vehicle is on the recall list. And exercise caution if you need to use your vehicle before you can get it repaired.

Which Vehicles Are Subaru Recalling?

According to the NHTSA recall brief, the Subaru recall applies to 2025 Foresters that are “equipped with 18″ aluminum alloy wheels.” Subaru mailed out owner letters February 28, 2025, so if you own one of the 2025 Forester that’s on the list for this recall, you should be receiving your letter soon. Until you know for certain, exercise caution if you need to drive your vehicle.

What Is Subaru Doing to Fix This?

Subaru announced that dealers will inspect the wheel on all vehicles included in this recall. If necessary, they will replace defective ones. Dealers will do both the inspection and any necessary replacement work free of charge, so make an appointment at your earliest possible convenience.

If you have any further questions not answered here or in your owner letter, you can reach Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Be sure to state that you’re asking about recall number WRB-25. You can also call the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety at 1-888-327-4236; ask about NHTSA recall number 25V033000.

Source

Incorrectly Manufactured Wheels, National highway Traffic Safety Administration, 2025.

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