Like its Toyota bZ4X and Lexus RZ platform-mates, the Subaru Solterra has been recalled for a problem which will forestall its windscreen from defrosting correctly.
“As a result of programming of the Heating, Air flow, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) management ECU software program, beneath sure circumstances, similar to a particular failure mode of the electrical compressor, the HVAC system will enter a failsafe mode that suspends the heater operation of the system and impacts defroster perform,” the corporate says in its recall discover.
“Below sure driving circumstances similar to low temperatures, the defrosting efficiency reduces and will not take away frost, ice and/or fog from the windshield glass.
“This could cut back the driving force’s visibility growing the chance of an accident, inflicting critical harm or demise to car occupants and different highway customers.”
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- A complete of 460 autos are affected, produced between 2023 and 2025
- The Automobile Identification Quantity (VIN) checklist is connected right here
- The unique recall discover is connected right here
Should you personal an affected car, you’ll must schedule an appointment with an authorised Subaru dealership to have a free repair carried out.
When you have any additional questions, you possibly can contact Subaru Australia on 1800 226 643.
