Recent events
Recent events tied to this brand in public sources.
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2020
Peacock names launch sponsors
NBCUniversal said that Capital One, L’Oreal, Molson Coors, Subaru and Verizon had signed up as launch sponsors for its Peacock streaming service, which was scheduled to debut on April 15.
2020
Subaru announces one-week shutdown at its US plant
Subaru decided to halt operations at its US plant for one week. The report said all hourly workers at the Lafayette, Indiana plant would be affected.
2020
Subaru announces temporary layoffs at its Indiana plant
Subaru said it would temporarily lay off some employees starting the following Monday, citing health, reduced market demand, and supply-chain issues that had kept production halted. The source provides no publication date to establish the announcement date.
2020
Subaru announces BRZ Final Edition for Germany
Subaru announced that it planned to introduce a limited run of 100 BRZ Final Edition cars in Germany in July 2020, priced at €40,270; the launch was planned, not reported as completed.
2020
Subaru launches Outback advertising campaign
Subaru of America debuted a series of advertising spots centered on the all-new 2020 Outback, featuring three owners and highlighting the vehicle's features and capabilities.
2020
Subaru named Best Brand in 2020 Best Resale Value Awards
Kelley Blue Book announced that Subaru was recognized as Best Brand in its 2020 Best Resale Value Awards and received five model awards in their respective categories.
2020
Subaru announces vehicle recall over airbag inflators
Subaru is recalling nearly 500,000 vehicles over Takata-made passenger airbag inflators used as temporary fixes; the article identifies affected model years as 2003 to 2014.
2020
Subaru recalls 497,922 vehicles for airbag inflator replacement
Subaru is recalling 497,922 vehicles to replace front passenger airbag inflators. The inflators may explode after propellant degradation, potentially causing serious injury or death. Subaru said there had been no related injuries or deaths.
2020
Subaru announces airbag recall for 111,562 vehicles
Subaru of America is recalling 111,562 vehicles that previously received an interim repair under the Takata airbag recalls. The inflators may rupture and send metal fragments into the vehicle interior, potentially injuring occupants. Dealers will replace the passenger airbag inflators free of charge.
2020
Automakers announce another round of Takata airbag recalls
A new round of recalls was announced for about 10 million vehicles, including US-market vehicles from BMW, Fiat Chrysler, Honda and Subaru. The affected vehicles had previously been recalled and repaired with replacement inflators of the same design and chemistry.
2020
Subaru recalls about 500,000 vehicles over Takata air bag inflators
Subaru issued a recall of roughly 500,000 vehicles over Takata-made air bag inflators used as temporary fixes. The recall covers certain 2003–2014 model-year vehicles and certain 2005 and 2006 Saab 9-2x vehicles made by Subaru for General Motors.
2019
Subaru announces XV and Forester recall
Subaru announced a recall of 207 imported XV and Forester vehicles because of an issue with PCV valve materials and a risk of engine damage.
2019
Subaru China announces recall of imported Forester and XV vehicles
Subaru Automobile (China) filed a recall plan covering 17,479 imported Forester and XV vehicles, with the recall scheduled to begin on December 2, 2019. The vehicles may experience an engine stall due to an engine-control-program issue that can overheat ignition coils and blow a fuse. The company said it would update the engine control unit software, inspect ignition coils, and replace damaged coils free of charge.
2019
Subaru China announces recall of Forester and XV vehicles
Subaru Automobile (China) Co., Ltd. announced a recall of 17,479 imported Forester and XV vehicles, scheduled to begin on December 2, 2019. The affected vehicles may experience engine stalling due to an engine control unit program issue; the company said it would update the program and inspect or replace damaged ignition coils.
2019
Subaru recalls Impreza and Crosstrek vehicles over engine issues
Subaru is recalling more than 400,000 vehicles in the U.S. over problems involving engine computers and debris that can enter engines. The reported defects can cause a short circuit or power loss; dealers will update software and replace parts as needed.
2019
Subaru announces 2020 Crosstrek pricing
Subaru of America announced pricing for the 2020 Crosstrek and Crosstrek Hybrid. The Crosstrek's starting price was $250 higher than the previous year, and the Hybrid was priced $150 above its 2019 model-year debut price.
2019
Subaru announces recall of imported vehicles
Subaru (China) filed a recall plan covering 667 imported Forester, Legacy and Outback vehicles. Incorrectly specified exhaust-manifold fastening torque could cause the manifold to loosen, potentially leaking untreated exhaust and damaging nearby components. Subaru said it would inspect and, as needed, replace or repair affected parts.
2019
Subaru recalled certain Forester vehicles over an airbag issue
Subaru recalled more than 350,000 Forester vehicles with heated seats because an electrical connection in the front passenger seat could loosen and deactivate the airbag while the seat was occupied. The recall covers 2015–2018 vehicles; Subaru said owners and dealers would be notified and the system inspected, with replacement if necessary.
2019
Subaru recalls certain Forester SUVs over airbag deactivation risk
Subaru announced a recall of 366,282 Forester SUVs with heated seats from model years 2015 through 2018. A potentially loose electrical connection in the occupant detection system may cause the front airbag to deactivate when the seat is occupied. Dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the sensor and harness if necessary, free of charge.