Subaru Standard Recalls in Canada
The Subaru Standard has 5 recall campaigns on Transport Canada's federal record (all model years), led by electrical issues with 4 campaigns. Recall repairs are free at any Subaru dealer — check your exact VIN below.
Source: Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Updated 2026-06-11
Most-affected systems
Most recent campaigns
1983-02-03Seats And Restraints: Certain 1980 Standard, DL, GL, and GLF models. There is a potential for the driver's seat backrest frame to distort and eventually break at the mid-upper portion of the backrest fr
1983-01-12Electrical: The front main wiring harness, which is routed behind the maintenance free battery may chafe against the threads of the rear battery hold-down rod, exposing the wirind. This could
1983-01-12Electrical: The front main wiring harness, which is routed behind the maintenance free battery may chafe against the threads of the rear battery hold-down rod, exposing the wirind. This could
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FAQ
How many recalls does the Subaru Standard have in Canada?
5 recall campaigns are on Transport Canada's federal Vehicle Recalls Database for the Subaru Standard (all model years since 1975, tires and child seats excluded). The most-affected system is electrical with 4 campaigns.
How do I check if a specific Subaru Standard has an open recall in Canada?
Recall campaigns apply to specific VIN ranges. Decode the VIN free at CarWhere to confirm the exact year and build, then check the VIN in Transport Canada's motor vehicle safety recall tool or with any Subaru dealer — recall repairs are free.
Are Canadian and US recalls the same?
Often parallel but not identical — Canadian campaigns are issued through Transport Canada, US campaigns through NHTSA, and timing or scope can differ. For a vehicle imported from the USA, check both records; the CarWhere $9.99 Full VIN Report covers the US federal record (recalls, complaints, service bulletins) for any US-market VIN.