Recall 25V889000: Subaru of America, Inc., structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:hinge and attachments
Reported 2025-12-18 · vehicle recall · 5,603 units
Problem
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2026 Forester vehicles. These vehicles may have been manufactured with an incorrect and/or incorrectly oriented rear hatch support bracket which can detach without prior warning.
Risk
A rear hatch support bracket that detaches can allow the rear hatch to fall unexpectedly during use and increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the rear hatch support brackets and, if necessary, replace the stay and support bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 29, 2026. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-25. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 20, 2025.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| SUBARU | FORESTER | 2026 |
| Manufacturer campaign | WRG-25 |
|---|---|
| Initiated by | MFR |
| Owner letters | 2026-01-29 |
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