Subaru Ignition coil fuse recall — Learn the details

Learn what the Subaru ignition coil fuse recall is about and how to avoid getting stranded

Subaru has issued an NHTSA recall #19V-743 to fix a ignition coil fuse and ignition coil issue on certain 2017-20 vehicles. Subaru has identified faulty ECM software that keeps the ignition coil powered longer than planned, even after the engine has been shut down. The extended power draw causes the Subaru ignition coil to overheat and short circuit, which then blows the Subaru ignition coil fuse for that circuit. That would leave you stranded.

If the short circuit appears while the vehicle is in operation, the engine may stall and cannot be restarted. This results in a safety risk. The driver can detect a failing ignition coil with engine vibration and engine misfire that occurs as the ignition coil fails.

Subaru vehicles affected by the recall

Subaru is recalling a total of 466,225 Subaru Impreza vehicles.
68,965 4-door Impreza vehicles made between Aug 3, 2016-Jun 19-2019
139,597 station wagons made between JUL 28, 2016 – JUN 21, 2019.
257,663 Subaru Crosstrek vehicles made between MAY 09, 2017 – MAY 08, 2018

Subaru will update the software and replace the fuse and ignition coil

Subaru will reprogram the vehicle’s ECM with new software, and replace the ignition components affected by the problem. If the technician notes a certain undisclosed trouble code, the dealer will also replace the front exhaust pipe that may have been damaged from an overheated catalytic converter.

The recall reprogramming and parts replacement is free. Just call your local Subaru dealer and make an appointment for the fix. If you have any questions about whether your vehicle is covered by this recall or any other recall, go to the Subaru recall site here.

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