Subaru has recalled 118,723 cars because a sensor could short-circuit, causing the front passenger airbag to deploy in the event of a collision.
The recall covers the Japanese automaker’s 2020-2022 Outback and Legacy models. An airbag malfunction would increase the threat of a passenger being injured in a crash, Subaru said in recall documents filed last week with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
No injuries were reported at Subaru due to the airbag issue, the company said.
The affected Legacy and Outback cars feature a sensor that detects when someone is sitting in the passenger seat. This sensor is connected to the vehicle’s Occupant Detection Formula (ODS). Subaru said an outdoor company contracted to manufacture the ODS may have used faulty circuit boards within the formula, the company said in its recall notice.
A cracked circuit board allows moisture to seep in and can eventually cause a short circuit, Subaru said. When a short circuit occurs, the vehicle will not trip if it is in the passenger seat.
If a possible short circuit exists, the Outback or Legacy’s tool panel will alert drivers and the airbag formula caution light will illuminate, the front passenger front passenger airbag OFF caution light will illuminate, and the front passenger airbag may not deploy in certain collisions as expected. ” says the recall.
Subaru has announced that it will update ODS sensors for free for Outback and Legacy that take their cars to a dealership. The company plans to notify dealers of the recall and updates on Wednesday.
Subaru with questions about the recall can contact the company at (844) 373-6614 and quote recall number WRA-24. Homeowners can also contact NHTSA at (888) 327-4236.
The sensor factor on Subaru is the latest in a recent series of vehicle recalls in recent months. Last week, Hyundai and Kia recalled a total of 147,110 cars because an internal component of the cars could prevent their batteries from charging. Earlier this month, General Motors recalled approximately 820,000 pickup trucks due to an issue that could cause the tailgate to open unexpectedly.
In January, Ford recalled about 1. 9 million Ford Explorer SUVs because the windshield trim panels can fly off when the vehicle travels at highway speed.
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