Subaru Xv: Due To Improper Ecm Programming Under Certain Circumstances The Ignition Coil May Be Energized Longer Than Designed After The Engine Is Off
Recall Summary Subaru is recalling 7,014 XV, Forester, and Impreza vehicles sold in the United Kingdom due to a software problem in the engine control module that can cause the ignition coil to stay energized after the engine is turned off. This issue may result in the engine stalling and failing to restart. The fix involves reprogramming the engine control module and replacing the ignition coil if necessary.
- Recalling firm
- SUBARU
- Product
- Vehicles: SUBARU XV, SUBARU FORESTER, SUBARU IMPREZA. Units affected: 7,014
- Reason
- Possible engine stall and restart failure. Remedy: Re-programme the engine control module and replace if required the ignition coil.
- Classification
- Class II
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2020-11-15
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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