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Subaru has determined that the ECM reprogramming was effective for vehicles that were repaired under the previous recall WUQ-02. However, as a result of further analysis, Subaru has determined all ignition coils should be replaced to prevent the condition described below.

Under certain circumstances, the ignition coil may remain energized longer than designed after the engine is OFF. If the ignition coil remains energized for too long, the internal temperature of the ignition coil may increase which could cause a short circuit and a blown fuse.

This recall replaces Subaru.s previous WUQ-02 ignition coil reprogramming recall issued in October 2019. All vehicles affected by the previous recall must return to complete WRE-21 recall repair, even if the previous recall repair was completed.

WRE-21 Safety Recall FAQs:

Q: What should I do?

A: All vehicles affected by the previous recall must return to complete the WRE-21 recall repair, even if the previous recall repair was completed. Please contact your authorized Subaru retailer (Dealer) immediately for an appointment to have this safety recall repair performed, at no cost to you.

Q: What will be done to the vehicle?

A: Subaru will check and, if necessary, update the electronic control module (ECM) programming, and replace all four ignition coils in your vehicle at no cost to you. Additionally, in the unlikely event that a certain diagnostic trouble code is found, Subaru will replace the front exhaust pipe including the catalytic converter at no cost to you.

Q: What Subaru models are involved?

A: Certain 2017-2019 model year Impreza and 2018-2019 model year Crosstrek vehicles.

Q: Do I need to make an appointment?

A: Yes. Please contact your servicing Subaru retailer to set up an appointment to ensure that the retailer can allocate a time slot to best accommodate you.

Q: How much will this recall cost?

A: This recall will be performed free of charge at any authorized Subaru retailer.

Q: Do I have to return to the retailer where I bought the car?

A: Any authorized Subaru retailer will be able to perform this recall free of charge for you.

Q: Can I have this recall performed at an independent repair facility?

A: Only an authorized Subaru retailer will be able to perform this recall free of charge for you.

Q: If I live in Canada do I have to return to the United States to have this performed?

A: Any authorized Subaru dealership in either the United States or Canada is capable of performing this recall.

Q: If I no longer own the vehicle what should I do?

A: If you no longer own your vehicle, please update owner information online, at www.subaru.com/customer-support.html , by selecting Email Us then selecting Update Address from the drop-down menu.