NHTSA Complaint #11690846 — 2017 SUBARU FORESTER

AIR BAGS issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11690846
Vehicle	2017 SUBARU FORESTER
Component	AIR BAGS
Date of Incident	October 1, 2025
Date Filed	October 1, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	WI

Consumer Description

In 2020 my ODS wireharness had been replaced. I'm now having the same issue in 2025 with the ODS system. I had the ODS recall fixed but the dealership is telling me it is the ODS seat mat not the harness that needs repair and that is not covered under the recall. The airbag light is showing it is off even when I have a passenger. This is very dangerous because if I were to get in an accident my passenger is not protected. I have not gotten it replaced or fixed because they are quoting me over $2000 for the repair. This repair should be covered under the ODS recall.

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