2021 Subaru Impreza Lower Control Arm Recall (21V675)
Subaru of America, Inc. · 802 vehicles · Reported August 30, 2021
Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling 802 2021 Subaru Impreza vehicles. The left-front lower control arm weld may fail, allowing the control arm to separate from the crossmember. A separated control arm may cause the tire to contact the wheel well, resulting in a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash. The manufacturer is telling owners not to drive these vehicles until the recall repair is done.
Recall 21V675 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 21V675000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | WRI-21 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | August 30, 2021 |
| Manufacturer | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| Vehicles | 2021 Subaru Impreza |
| Units affected | 802 |
| Component | Suspension > Front > Control Arm > Lower Arm |
| Safety risk | A separated control arm may cause the tire to contact the wheel well, resulting in a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2021 Subaru Impreza in recall 21V675?
The left-front lower control arm weld may fail, allowing the control arm to separate from the crossmember.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2021 Impreza vehicles. The left-front lower control arm weld may fail, allowing the control arm to separate from the crossmember.
Is it safe to drive a 2021 Impreza with recall 21V675?
No. NHTSA lists recall 21V675 as a Do Not Drive recall. Leave the vehicle parked until the repair is done.
NHTSA lists this as a Do Not Drive recall. The manufacturer is telling owners not to drive these vehicles until the recall repair is done. Call the dealer and ask for a tow and a loaner or rental.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A separated control arm may cause the tire to contact the wheel well, resulting in a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Which vehicles are included in recall 21V675?
Recall 21V675 covers 802 vehicles: 2021 Subaru Impreza.
NHTSA lists 802 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Subaru | Impreza |
What is the fix for the Impreza lower control arm recall?
Yes. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the repair is complete.
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the control arm as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 3, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRI-21.
When was recall 21V675 announced?
Subaru of America, Inc. reported recall 21V675 to NHTSA on August 30, 2021. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as September 3, 2021.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| August 30, 2021 | Subaru of America, Inc. filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 21V675000. |
| September 3, 2021 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 62 months ago. If your Impreza was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Impreza is part of recall 21V675?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 21V675 is open on your Impreza, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 21V675000 is open on your Impreza, it will be listed there, along with Subaru recall number WRI-21. You can also ask any Subaru dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should Impreza owners do about recall 21V675?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 21V675000 applies to your Impreza.
- Do not drive the vehicle. Ask the dealer to arrange a tow and a loaner.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Subaru dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Keep a simple log of any lower arm symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are Impreza owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 2 of them about the suspension, wheels and tires.
Too few NHTSA complaints about the suspension, wheels and tires have been filed since recall 21V675 was reported (1) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 14 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 2 of them involve the suspension, wheels and tires. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2021 Subaru Impreza: 14 complaints in total, 2 about the suspension, wheels and tires
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
The contact owns a 2021 Subaru Impreza equipped with Continental Tires, Tire Line: ProContact TX, Tire Size: P205/55/R16, DOT Number: A3T2WC892420. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, she heard a loud abnormal noise and the vehicle started pulling to the right. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated.
2021 Subaru Impreza owner, VT, NHTSA complaint 11448665, filed January 24, 2022
Can recall 21V675 make my Impreza a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
A recall by itself does not make a car a lemon. Under California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, what matters is whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value or safety, and whether the manufacturer or its dealers fixed it within a reasonable number of attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
Suspension, wheel and tire defects can affect handling and control. Clunks, pulling and vibration that return after a repair point to a defect that has not been fixed.
The recall repair is available at dealers. If it works, great. If the same symptom comes back, the recall visit is one repair attempt and the next visit is another.
Civil Code 1793.22(b) sets out a presumption that applies in the first 18 months or 18,000 miles: two or more repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious bodily injury, four or more attempts for the same defect, or more than 30 total days out of service for repairs. Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases. Owners outside that window can still have a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 21V675
Is the 21V675000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed September 3, 2021.
How do I know if my Impreza is part of recall 21V675000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 21V675000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 7, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq., Founder and Managing Attorney of America’s Lemon Lawyer (Wynn Law Group, APC). Licensed by the State Bar of California, No. 362320. His practice focuses on California lemon law under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act.
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