Subaru Solterra recall history and complaint patterns
Comprehensive recall and complaint data for the Subaru Solterra, sourced from official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records.
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At a Glance
Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.
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Key Takeaways
A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Subaru Solterra, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.
- Coverage spans model years 2023–2025 with 8 recall campaigns and 91 complaints in NHTSA data.
- Years with the most recall activity: 2023 (4), 2025 (2), and 2024 (2).
- Years with the most complaint volume: 2023 (70), 2024 (20), and 2025 (1).
- Top recall themes: Other and Visibility and lighting.
- Most reported complaint areas (across all years): Electrical system, Vehicle speed control, Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking.
- Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
- Always check your specific VIN for open recalls (open recalls are VIN-specific and can change over time).
Recall Themes
Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.
Other
3 campaigns · Years: 2023–2025These campaigns do not fit a single dominant theme, or the component taxonomy is broad.
Visibility and lighting
1 campaign · Years: 2023–2025These campaigns relate to lighting, glass, or visibility components (lamps, wipers, and related systems).
- 25V577000 · Visibility: Defroster/defogger/hvac system
Most Reported Issues
Across all model years, the most frequently reported areas for the Subaru Solterra in NHTSA complaint data are Electrical system, Vehicle speed control, Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking.
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Year-by-Year Overview
Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 1 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Suspension. |
| 2024 | 2 | 20 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Lane departure: assist, Forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control. |
| 2023 | 4 | 70 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Vehicle speed control, Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking. |
What to Do Next
- Check open recalls by VIN on the official NHTSA site (open recalls are VIN-specific).
- If buying used, ask for proof of recall remedy completion (dealer paperwork helps).
- If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.
Recall Evidence by Year
A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.
Most common areas involved: Visibility , Back over prevention and Wheels
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⚠️ Important Safety Information
Recall Explained provides independent analysis of official NHTSA data. This site does not replace the official NHTSA VIN lookup and should not be treated as legal or safety advice for your specific vehicle.
For any safety concerns: Always check your VIN on the official NHTSA site and contact an authorized dealer.