2022 Subaru Impreza Windshield Recall (22V712)
Subaru of America, Inc. · 42 vehicles · Reported September 22, 2022
Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling 42 2022 Subaru Impreza; 2022 Subaru Outback vehicles. The incorrect paint clearcoat may have been applied, which can cause the windshield to be insufficiently bonded to the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 212, "Windshield Mounting." An insufficiently bonded windshield can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 22V712 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 22V712000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | WRH-22 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | September 22, 2022 |
| Manufacturer | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| Vehicles | 2022 Subaru Impreza; 2022 Subaru Outback |
| Units affected | 42 |
| Component | Visibility > Windshield |
| Safety risk | An insufficiently bonded windshield can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2022 Subaru Impreza in recall 22V712?
The incorrect paint clearcoat may have been applied, which can cause the windshield to be insufficiently bonded to the vehicle.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2022 Impreza and Outback vehicles. The incorrect paint clearcoat may have been applied, which can cause the windshield to be insufficiently bonded to the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 212, "Windshield Mounting."
Is it safe to drive a 2022 Impreza with recall 22V712?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: An insufficiently bonded windshield can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: An insufficiently bonded windshield can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the windshield.
Which vehicles are included in recall 22V712?
Recall 22V712 covers 42 vehicles: 2022 Subaru Impreza; 2022 Subaru Outback.
NHTSA lists 42 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Subaru | Impreza |
| 2022 | Subaru | Outback |
What is the fix for the Impreza windshield recall?
Yes. Subaru will offer owners a vehicle exchange or repurchase, free of charge.
Subaru will offer owners a vehicle exchange or repurchase, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 21, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRH-22.
When was recall 22V712 announced?
Subaru of America, Inc. reported recall 22V712 to NHTSA on September 22, 2022. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as November 21, 2022.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| September 22, 2022 | Subaru of America, Inc. filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 22V712000. |
| November 21, 2022 | Owner notification letters scheduled (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 49 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 22V712?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 22V712 is open on your Impreza, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 22V712000 is open on your Impreza, it will be listed there, along with Subaru recall number WRH-22. 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 22V712?
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 22V712000 applies to your Impreza.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Subaru dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Keep a simple log of any windshield 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 recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are Impreza owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 476 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 7 of them about the lighting and visibility.
Since recall 22V712 was reported on September 22, 2022, owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the lighting and visibility on these vehicles. 0 of them (0%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the lighting and visibility and were received on or after September 22, 2022, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related lighting and visibility issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 476 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 7 of them involve the lighting and visibility. 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.
- 2022 Subaru Outback: 463 complaints in total, 6 about the lighting and visibility
- 2022 Subaru Impreza: 13 complaints in total, 1 about the lighting and visibility
A few excerpts from owner complaints filed with NHTSA (unverified, lightly trimmed):
During night driving, with normal headlights on (not high beams), I am frequently flashed by high beams of oncoming vehicles, sometimes for long time intervals.
2022 Subaru Outback owner, NM, NHTSA complaint 11449118, filed January 27, 2022
While driving the vehicle at night with auto diming feature there is a line across the top of the windshield, and it is exceedingly difficult to see through the windshield above that line. When the lights are automatically dimmed the line is extended downward about a third of the windshield.
2022 Subaru Outback owner, MI, NHTSA complaint 11489537, filed October 17, 2022
Low beam headlights are aimed too high from the factory. I have asked the dealer to adjust them, but there are only two options for aiming and the lower position only casts light about 20 feet in front of the vehicle.
2022 Subaru Outback owner, FL, NHTSA complaint 11566458, filed January 19, 2024
Can recall 22V712 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)).
A headlight, wiper or visibility defect on the 2022 Subaru Impreza can make night or rain driving unsafe, and repeat repairs for the same problem count toward a lemon law claim.
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 22V712
Did the recall 22V712 fix work?
Since recall 22V712 was reported on September 22, 2022, owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the lighting and visibility on these vehicles. 0 of them (0%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed November 21, 2022.
Is the 22V712000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Impreza is part of recall 22V712000?
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.
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 22V712000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Subaru. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.