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Takata Recall: Subaru Forester
Subaru Forester: named in 2 Takata recall campaigns with build periods between 01/2004 and 12/2014. Only a VIN check with the manufacturer confirms whether your vehicle is affected.
Recall campaigns and build periods
Build period of the model (approximation by year, based on manufacturer statements): from 1997. Campaign-wide periods are limited to it; model year is not the first registration.
- 01/2004–12/2014 Takata inflator (code SRT271) · KBA 12409 · Campaign-wide period – exact scope via VIN
- 01/2009–12/2012 Forester – passenger airbag, Takata inflator (code 201802) · KBA 7802 · Campaign-wide period – exact scope via VIN
Check your vehicle
Subaru Germany – home page (no VIN checker)
Questions about the Subaru Forester
Is my Subaru Forester affected by the Takata recall?
According to our research, the Subaru Forester is named in 2 Takata recall campaigns (build periods 01/2004 to 12/2014), including KBA 12409, 7802. The periods apply to each campaign as a whole; conditions and conflicting sources are marked in the list above. Only a VIN check with the manufacturer tells you whether your vehicle is actually affected.
What happens in the recall of the Subaru Forester?
The affected airbag or inflator is replaced free of charge at an authorised workshop.
Can I still drive my Subaru Forester?
Book a workshop appointment soon. If you have received a stop-drive notice, leave the car parked.
More about all Subaru recalls and the VIN check.