NHTSA Recall 26V106000
Filed by Subaru of America, Inc.. Component: Fuel System, Gasoline. Reported 2026-02-23. An estimated 69,870 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2026 Crosstrek hybrid, and 2025 Forester hybrid vehicles. When the fuel tank is near full capacity, an increase in ambient temperature may cause the fuel to expand and spill out of the filler neck due to an insufficient seal on the fuel cap.
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
What the manufacturer will do
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, and to limit the fuel level to 50% until the remedy is completed. Dealers will replace the fuel filler cap gasket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-26. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 16, 2026.
Manufacturer campaign number: WRD-26