2023 Subaru Solterra Wheel Hub Recall (23V064)
Subaru of America, Inc. · 1,182 vehicles · Reported February 9, 2023
Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling 1,182 2023 Subaru Solterra vehicles. Improperly tightened hub bolts may loosen and cause the wheels to detach from the vehicle. Wheel detachment while driving can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. The manufacturer is telling owners not to drive these vehicles until the recall repair is done.
Recall 23V064 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 23V064000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | WRE-23 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | February 9, 2023 |
| Manufacturer | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| Vehicles | 2023 Subaru Solterra |
| Units affected | 1,182 |
| Component | Wheels > Hub |
| Safety risk | Wheel detachment while driving can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2023 Subaru Solterra in recall 23V064?
Improperly tightened hub bolts may loosen and cause the wheels to detach from the vehicle.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2023 Solterra vehicles. Improperly tightened hub bolts may loosen and cause the wheels to detach from the vehicle.
Is it safe to drive a 2023 Solterra with recall 23V064?
No. NHTSA lists recall 23V064 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: Wheel detachment while driving can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Which vehicles are included in recall 23V064?
Recall 23V064 covers 1,182 vehicles: 2023 Subaru Solterra.
NHTSA lists 1,182 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Subaru | Solterra |
What is the fix for the Solterra wheel hub recall?
Yes. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the repair has been completed.
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the repair has been completed. Dealers will inspect and tighten the hub bolts, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to mailed March 1, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE-23.
When was recall 23V064 announced?
Subaru of America, Inc. reported recall 23V064 to NHTSA on February 9, 2023.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| February 9, 2023 | Subaru of America, Inc. filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 23V064000. |
This recall was filed 44 months ago. If your Solterra was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Solterra is part of recall 23V064?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 23V064 is open on your Solterra, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 23V064000 is open on your Solterra, it will be listed there, along with Subaru recall number WRE-23. 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 Solterra owners do about recall 23V064?
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 23V064000 applies to your Solterra.
- 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.
- 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.
- Write down when symptoms involving the hub happen: date, mileage, speed, weather and what you felt or heard. Photos and short videos help.
- 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 Solterra owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 42 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 23V064 was reported (2) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 42 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.
- 2023 Subaru Solterra: 42 complaints in total, 2 about the suspension, wheels and tires
A few excerpts from owner complaints filed with NHTSA (unverified, lightly trimmed):
I am writing to express my concern regarding a series of significant issues I’ve experienced with my vehicle, all occurring within a span of less than six months and well within the 3-year/36,000-mile warranty period. 1.Battery Failure in Cold Weather: After the first exposure to below-freezing temperatures, the vehicle would not start on multiple occasions.
2023 Subaru Solterra owner, RI, NHTSA complaint 11659610, filed May 7, 2025
Can recall 23V064 make my Solterra 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.
Owners often ask whether this hub recall means their Solterra qualifies as a lemon. Not by itself. Song-Beverly looks at whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs use, value or safety and was not fixed after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
If a suspension or wheel problem on the 2023 Subaru Solterra returns after the recall work, keep the repair orders. Repeat visits for the same defect are what California's lemon law looks at.
This campaign follows an earlier recall for the same issue. A second recall can mean the first remedy failed, and repeated repair attempts on the same defect are the core of most lemon law claims.
Earlier campaigns on these vehicles involving the same component: 22V444000.
California law presumes a reasonable number of attempts has been made if, within 18 months or 18,000 miles of delivery, the same problem was repaired two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service for repairs more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Some of these require written notice to the manufacturer. A claim can still succeed outside that window.
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 23V064
Is the 23V064000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Solterra is part of recall 23V064000?
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 23V064000 (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.