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2023 Subaru Solterra recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2023 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 4
Park-it warnings: 2
Complaints: 25
Latest campaign: Oct 30, 2025

Recall summary by component4

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Park‑it	Latest	Campaign IDs
Wheels	2	2	Feb 9, 2023	23V064000 22V444000
Back over prevention	1	–	Oct 30, 2025	25V744000
Visibility	1	–	Sep 4, 2025	25V577000

Safety recalls4

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

2Park-it warnings

0Fixable over the air

Oct 30, 2025Latest campaign


Oct 30, 202525V744000	Back over prevention: display function A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V744000 What's wrong Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility." Risk A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25. Campaign NHTSA 25V744000 · Oct 30, 2025
Sep 4, 202525V577000	Visibility: defroster/defogger/HVAC system An inoperative defroster and defogger system can decrease the driver's visibility under certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V577000 What's wrong Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2025 bZ4X, Lexus RZ, and Subaru Solterra vehicles. During certain HVAC system faults, such as electrical compressor failure, the defroster and defogger system may become inoperative. Risk An inoperative defroster and defogger system can decrease the driver's visibility under certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Dealers will update the HVAC control ECU software, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect the electrical compressor, and replace it, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB07 and 25TA07. Lexus' numbers for this recall are 25LB04 and 25LA04. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-25. Campaign NHTSA 25V577000 · Sep 4, 2025
Feb 9, 202323V064000	Wheels: hub Wheel detachment while driving can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. Do not drive until repaired DetailsHide details for campaign 23V064000 What's wrong Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2023 Solterra vehicles. Improperly tightened hub bolts may loosen and cause the wheels to detach from the vehicle. Risk Wheel detachment while driving can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the repair has been completed. Dealers will inspect and tighten the hub bolts, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to mailed March 1, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE-23. Campaign NHTSA 23V064000 · Feb 9, 2023
Jun 23, 202222V444000	Wheels: hub A wheel detaching from a moving vehicle can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. Do not drive until repaired DetailsHide details for campaign 22V444000 What's wrong Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Subaru Solterra and Toyota BZ4X vehicles. The hub bolts on the wheels may loosen, causing a wheel to detach from the vehicle after low-mileage use. Risk A wheel detaching from a moving vehicle can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they are repaired. Dealers will replace the hub bolts and wheels, free of charge. Letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 27, 2022. A second letter will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Campaign NHTSA 22V444000 · Jun 23, 2022

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Subaru recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component25

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

25Complaints filed

4Involving a crash

0Involving a fire

0Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes
Forward collision avoidance	9	36	2
Electrical system	8	32	2
Unknown or other	8	32	0
Vehicle speed control	6	24	3
Service brakes	4	16	1
Engine	3	12	1
Structure	3	12	0
Suspension	2	8	0
Power train	2	8	0
Back over prevention	2	8	0
Visibility	2	8	0
Fuel/propulsion system	2	8	0
Visibility/wiper	2	8	0
Exterior lighting	1	4	1

An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

Suspension
“I am writing to express my concern regarding a series of significant issues I’ve experienced with my vehicle, all occurring within a span of less than six months and well within the 3-year/36,000-mile warranty period.”
Filed 05/07/2025 · ODI 11659610
Electrical system
“Sudden unintended acceleration while maneuvering to park. The acceleration was instantaneous and forceful, that in less than 20 feet of rapid movement the car forced itself over some utility poles laying behind the…”
Filed 04/21/2025 · ODI 11655928
Service brakes
“Solterra 2023 bought Dec 23, 2022 Report: 1. Unintended Acceleration while parking. 2. No braking power till few feet away from fence. Incident:1.”
Filed 04/16/2025 · ODI 11655104

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2023 Subaru Solterra recall questions

How many recalls does the 2023 Subaru Solterra have?

NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns for the 2023 Subaru Solterra. The most recent, 25V744000 (reported October 30, 2025), concerns back over prevention. 2 campaigns carry a park-it or park-outside warning. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2023 Subaru Solterra recalls for?

The largest group is wheels, with 2 campaigns. Others: back over prevention (1), visibility (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2023 Subaru Solterra?

Forward collision avoidance is the most-reported component, named in 9 complaints out of 25 filed with NHTSA (36%). Across all complaints, owners reported 4 crashs and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2023 Subaru Solterra?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Subaru recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Subaru dealer.

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