Subaru Forester and Crosstrek recall 26V685000 - Lower Ball Joint

NHTSA · October 19, 2026

• NHTSA recall campaign 26V685000 (Subaru), reported October 19, 2026.
• Potentially affected vehicles: 8.
• Component: Lower Ball Joint.
• Details as of October 23, 2026; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.

Agency

NHTSA

Posted

October 19, 2026

Recalling firm

Subaru of America, Inc.

Source ID

26V685000

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How this recall compares

• NHTSA's recalls file lists 113 recall campaigns from Subaru of America, Inc since 2010, 5 of them reported in 2026 so far.
• At 8 vehicles, it is larger than 6% of the 738 NHTSA campaigns from 2026 so far with a count of potentially affected vehicles.

Defect

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2026 Crosstrek and Forester vehicles. The castle nut on the left-front lower control arm ball joint may be improperly fastened, which can lead to the ball joint separating from the lower control arm.

Consequence

A ball joint that separates from the lower control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective action

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and replace the left-front lower control arm ball joint assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 16, 2026. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRI26.

Affected vehicles

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