Subaru Recalls 541,237 Vehicles for Incorrect GAWR Labels
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Subaru of America is recalling certain 2019-2026 Ascent, 2025-2026 Forester and Forester Hybrid, and 2026 Crosstrek Hybrid vehicles due to incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating labels.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on August 4, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2026 Crosstrek Hybrid, 2025-2026 Forester Hybrid, Forester, and 2019-2026 Ascent vehicles manufactured with an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the certification label. These vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 110, "Tire selection and rims."
Which Products Are Affected
The recall affects 541,237 units of the following models: 2026 Crosstrek Hybrid, 2025-2026 Forester Hybrid, 2025-2026 Forester, and 2019-2026 Ascent. The NHTSA Campaign Number is 26V436000 and Subaru's recall number is WRH-26.
What You Should Do
Subaru will mail a new certification label to owners free of charge. Owners may also have a dealer install the new label at no cost. Letters informing owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed August 25, 2026. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614.
Why This Matters
An incorrect GAWR label may lead to an overloaded vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Source
NHTSA Campaign Number 26V436000: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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