[Natedog]

Will they reimburse those of us who had to do the fix already?

And did you get the proper updated switch?

 

[Firetrux]

And did you get the proper updated switch?

I am doubting it very much. Mine was early in its life, maybe summer of 2016...

I had similar trouble with GM years ago. They said I could choose one, reimbursement OR replacement.

 

[Natedog]

@Firetrux, You're probably correct.

As of a couple weeks ago and my pita fiasco with dealer/Subaru and warranty, I'd gladly trade my 2015 Forester back for my 2010. 2010 was a much better vehicle!

 

[DuncanMcDonuts]

I was just notified of this recall about the BLS. I've had to replace mine twice on my 2015 2.5i premium as the failure turns off all the safety electronics (VDC, eyesight, etc.). One time was covered under the 2-year warranty, but the second time was 4 months ago which I purchased the part myself. I doubt I'll get reimbursed for that even though it's a known common problem.

 

[bbottomley]

We made it onto Car Talk!

https://www.cartalk.com/blogs/staff-blog/subaru-recalls-few-million-cars-because-fabric-softener

 

[kōbai-iro]

I ran my VIN on Subaru's recall info page linked in the CarTalk article and I'm on the brake light switch recall list but it says "remedy not yet available" which isn't too surprising at this point lol with 2 million switches needed. The MySubaru site isn't updated with the recall notice yet which also isn't surprising. My first Forester recall not too bad actually...

 

[Ralph_Thornton]

Recall - Break Lamp Switch

I received a recall notice by email for various Subaru models. I checked the https://www.subaru.com/vehicle-recalls.html/ webpage and found an active recall for my 2015 Forester limited. Anyone get a notice from Subaru to get the Break Lamp Switch replaced? According to Subaru a remedy is not yet available.

Description
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2013-2017 MY Crosstrek vehicles, 2014-2016 MY Forester vehicles, 2008-2016 Impreza (4-door) vehicles, 2012-2016 Impreza (5-door) vehicles, and 2008-2014 WRX (4-door) vehicles to replace the brake lamp switch.

Safety Risk
Depending on the model, the brake lamp switch functions affected may include: brake lamp illumination, transmission interlock (shifting from park), ignition interlock (push-button ignition start), anti-lock brake system (ABS) functionality, vehicle dynamics control (VDC) functionality, and/or Eyesight operation. If the vehicle experiences a loss in function, as described, any of the associated warning light(s) will illuminate. If the brake lamps do not illuminate properly, a trailing vehicle may be unable to recognize the braking operation, which may increase the risk of a rear-end collision.

Remedy
Dealers will replace the brake lamp switch on all affected vehicles once the remedy parts are available, at no charge to the customer. Subaru owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUE-90. Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

 

[kōbai-iro]

remove this post

remove post thanks

 

[OriginalTwoTone]

After having to replace all 4 hub bearings at less than 65,000 miles – this is walk in the park……
First and last Subaru…..

No kidding there are so many manufacturers out there to choose that have never had a problem- oh wait.

 

[OriginalTwoTone]

Whatever off-gassing they claim would probably kill the driver long before the switch.

Can you point me to anywhere off gassing is mentioned? Did you even read the recall?

 

[Peja]

Can you point me to anywhere off gassing is mentioned? Did you even read the recall?

This quote was from the link in the first post in this thread, second section under cost. They are reporting on an announcement from Subaru.

............"The company said silicone gases that can come from cleaning products or cosmetics could coat part of the switch for the brake lights, interfering with the lights turning on properly and also engine ignition, the company said in a document filed with the transport ministry."............

Unless people are cleaning the switch with silicone or putting eyeliner in it it would be reasonable to believe the gases came off of something.

 

[OriginalTwoTone]

This quote was from the link in the first post in this thread, second section under cost. They are reporting on an announcement from Subaru.

............"The company said silicone gases that can come from cleaning products or cosmetics could coat part of the switch for the brake lights, interfering with the lights turning on properly and also engine ignition, the company said in a document filed with the transport ministry."............

Unless people are cleaning the switch with silicone or putting eyeliner in it it would be reasonable to believe the gases came off of something.

Do you understand what off gassing is?

 

[JumpingJackFlash]

Yep, sure do. It's a bunch of cows about an hour after munching on grass.

 

[Peja]

Do you understand what off gassing is?

Do you understand the whooshing sound past your head while reading my original post was sarcasm off gassing as it flew by. :grin2:

 

[1982]

Could it be the ScotchGuard many of us may have sprayed on the seat/carpet?

 

[Natedog]

I received a recall notice by email for various Subaru models. I checked the https://www.subaru.com/vehicle-recalls.html/ webpage and found an active recall for my 2015 Forester limited. Anyone get a notice from Subaru to get the Break Lamp Switch replaced? According to Subaru a remedy is not yet available.....

...Remedy
Dealers will replace the brake lamp switch on all affected vehicles once the remedy parts are available, at no charge to the customer. Subaru owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUE-90. Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

I've not yet received that letter, thanks for the post.

Could it be the ScotchGuard many of us may have sprayed on the seat/carpet?

Quite likely, I didn't opt for the addons at dealer or do that myself this time.

 

[ScoobyJD]

Do you understand what off gassing is?

Yeah, it makes cleaning the windows a pia! [emoji31]

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[Warren S]

No kidding there are so many manufacturers out there to choose that have never had a problem- oh wait.

I guess your right, even my GM cars had the parts that hold all 4 wheels on fail in succession at relativity low miles.
- oh -wait.....

 

[rule292]

I guess your right, even my GM cars had the parts that hold all 4 wheels on fail in succession at relativity low miles.
- oh -wait.....

Recalls are Government mandated fixes for safety defects. These require root cause fixes, not patches that don't work.

Too bad there aren't mandatory recalls over oil burning (which is a form of pollution) or bad wheel bearings. Or a plethora of other quality issues that go on for year to year.

 

[Theseus161]

Does anyone have the new part number for the replacement switch?