Subaru Forester recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 19, 2025

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Subaru of America, Inc. recalls 2025 Subaru Forester

Recall number

25V419000

Brand / firm

Subaru

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 2,938 units

Why it was recalled

A loose child seat anchor bolt increases the risk of injury to a child during a crash.

What was recalled

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2025 Forester vehicles. The child seat anchor bolts may have been improperly tightened, allowing the bolts to come loose.

What to do

Dealers will inspect the child seat anchor bolts and, if necessary, tighten the bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRC-25.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.