Business · 15 July 2026

Subaru recalls 541,000 SUVs over incorrect weight labels

Subaru is recalling more than 541,000 Crosstrek, Forester and Ascent SUVs in the US because their weight-rating labels contain incorrect information. Regulators warned the faulty labels could lead to vehicles being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash. Subaru said it knows of no crashes or injuries linked to the issue and will send owners corrected labels free of charge.

By BriefTea Editorial · 15 July 2026 at 6:56

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