Recall 23V016 covers 4,615 2022 Subaru Wrx vehicles with incorrect High Beam Assist instructions. Subaru mails the corrected owner's manual insert free.
Subaru is recalling 4,615 of its 2022 Wrx vehicles equipped with EyeSight because the owner's manual has incorrect instructions for adjusting High Beam Assist sensitivity. Incorrect adjustment can keep the lights from working as intended and increase crash risk; Subaru dealers will address the recall free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The High Beam Assist system on certain 2022 Subaru Wrx vehicles is part of the EyeSight driver-assist package. It helps manage the high beams by switching between high and low beam operation based on lighting and traffic conditions. The owner's manual is supposed to tell the driver how to adjust that sensitivity so the feature behaves as intended.
On affected Wrx vehicles, the manual gave the wrong instructions for that sensitivity setting. Subaru traced the mistake to language that described a different type of dimmer switch, so the printed directions did not match the controls in the vehicle. The hardware was not identified as the defect; the problem is the owner information needed to use the feature correctly.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is noticed when the instructions do not match the dimmer switch operation, or when a driver tries to adjust High Beam Assist sensitivity and the manual does not line up with the vehicle.
Who's affected?
| 2022 Subaru Wrx | vehicle equipment |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 4,615 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
Incorrect owner manual instructions can leave the High Beam Assist sensitivity set differently than intended, increasing crash risk. Use Subaru's corrected insert for any sensitivity adjustment, and contact a Subaru dealer if the high beams are not behaving as expected. Repair is free at any franchised Subaru dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022 Subaru Wrx with Eyesight is included in this recall.
- Contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614 to request the free owner's manual insert with the correct High Beam Assist sensitivity instructions.
- Reference recall number 23V016 and Subaru recall WRA-23 when you call or visit a franchised Subaru dealer.
- Use the corrected insert before changing High Beam Assist sensitivity settings, so the lights are adjusted as intended.
- Keep the insert with the owner's manual after it arrives.
What happens at the repair
Subaru is handling this recall by sending owners an insert for the owner's manual with the corrected High Beam Assist sensitivity instructions. There is no parts replacement listed for this campaign. The recall remedy is free. Owner letters were expected to be mailed February 15, 2023. Subaru's standard reimbursement plan, submitted in May 2022, covers qualifying documented expenses for related repairs already paid before the recall notice. Keep prior repair paperwork and contact Subaru customer service to ask how to submit it.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| January 23, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 23, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| January 23, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| February 15, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
| March 21, 2023 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| March 21, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V016?
Recall 23V016 covers 4,615 2022 Subaru Wrx vehicles with Eyesight and an owner's manual error for High Beam Assist sensitivity adjustment. The incorrect instructions can lead to lights being adjusted incorrectly, increasing crash risk. Subaru provides the corrected owner's manual insert for free.
What should I do if my 2022 Subaru Wrx is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 23V016. If it is, keep Subaru's corrected owner's manual insert with the vehicle manual and use the corrected High Beam Assist instructions. For help, call Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614 and reference recall WRA-23.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the recall remedy at no cost. For recall 23V016, Subaru provides an owner's manual insert with the corrected High Beam Assist sensitivity instructions free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is incorrect High Beam Assist sensitivity adjustment. If the lights are not adjusted as intended, nighttime visibility and glare control can be affected, increasing crash risk. The fix is the free corrected owner's manual insert from Subaru.
When were owners notified about recall 23V016?
Subaru owner notification letters were expected to be mailed February 15, 2023. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your 2022 Subaru Wrx is included and call Subaru customer service with recall WRA-23.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V016000 |
|---|---|
| Subaru customer service | 1-844-373-6614 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V016 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V016000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
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