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NHTSARecalled Jun 19, 2025 · #25V419000

Child Seat Anchor Bolt Not Tightened Properly

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2025 Forester vehicles. The child seat anchor bolts may have been improperly tightened, allowing the bolts to come loose. A loose child seat anchor bolt increases the risk of injury to a child during a crash.

Product details

Product
  • Child Seat Anchor Bolt Not Tightened Properly
  • 2025 Forester
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Subaru of America, Inc.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Dealers will inspect the child seat anchor bolts and, if necessary, tighten the bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRC-25.

View the official CPSC notice