Subaru strives to create reliable vehicles that their customers can depend on. Sadly, even with their best efforts, problems still occur after a vehicle is sold. When this happens, a recall may be issued to resolve the issue at no cost to the owner.
How many recalls have been issued for the 2020 Subaru Outback?
So far, only one involving a loose or missing brake pedal mounting bracket bolt. When ignored, this issue can cause a dramatic decrease in braking performance, possibly resulting in an accident.
In this article, we’ll cover this recall for the 2020 Subaru Outback in detail. Then you can follow the provided steps to have the problem fixed by a certified repair professional.
Loose or Missing Brake Pedal Mounting Bracket Bolt
NHTSA Recall ID: 19V664000
Brakes should work without any issues, helping the car stop safely and reliably. However, some Subaru Outbacks have braking issues caused by a loose or missing bolt in the mounting bracket for the brake pedal. Subaru issued a recall for their 2020 Outbacks so that owners can have this issue checked out and repaired.
Ignoring this recall could cause a dramatic decrease in braking performance and could possibly result in braking failure or a crash. This makes it especially important to have it inspected immediately.
Repairs include evaluating the brake pedal mounting bracket and replacing the bolt if necessary.
What Should You Do about an Open Recall on a 2020 Subaru Outback?
Not sure if your 2020 Subaru Outback has an open recall? Head over to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) site and enter your VIN into their form (or your year, make, and model). Their system will let you know of any outstanding recalls.
If you get an alert, determine if the recall is still pending, and then call the Subaru customer service line at 1(800)782-2783 to ask what to do next. They can tell you where to get your vehicle repaired and what to expect during the recall service.
