Subaru recalls 271,000 U.S. vehicles, urges drivers to park outside

Subaru Co

13/12/2022 15:22

Dec 13 (Reuters) - Subaru  9778.T  on Tuesday said it
was recalling 271,000 2019 through 2022 model year Ascent sport
utility vehicles due to increased fire risk and urged owners to
park their vehicles outside until repairs are completed.
    The Japanese automaker said owners should park away from
structures and avoid leaving vehicles unattended while the
engine is running. Subaru said a wiring connection may have a
production-related defect that can cause a fire while the heater
is in operation.
    There have been two fires but no injuries or crashes have
been reported. Subaru dealers will replace heater ground bolts
and if needed replace the ground wire and the connector holder.
    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said
until the recall is completed, owners should park vehicles
outdoors. If an owner notices or smells smoke coming from the
dash or driver’s footwell area, they should immediately stop the
vehicle and turn the ignition off.
 (Reporting by David Shepardson
Editing by Mark Potter)
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