Its Shop Time Mondays: Hondas And Subarus Are Being Recalled

1. Incorrect Fuel Range Display May Cause Stall

The inaccurate fuel display may cause a driver to unexpectedly run out of fuel and the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V773000

Manufacturer Subaru of America, Inc.

Components FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Number of Units Affected 228,648

Summary

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018 Subaru Legacy and Outback vehicles. Due to a software error, the low fuel warning light may not illuminate at the intended remaining fuel level and the miles-to-empty display may incorrectly indicate a positive number despite the tank being empty.

Remedy

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the combination meter software, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WTW-82.

2. Power Sliding Doors May Open While Moving

If the power sliding doors fails to latch, the doors may open while moving, increasing the risk of injury.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V795000

Manufacturer Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Components LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

Potential Number of Units Affected 107,774

Summary

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2018 and 2019 Honda Odyssey vehicles. The latch assemblies for the power sliding doors may stick and not properly latch to the door strikers.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left and right power sliding door rear latch assemblies, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 20, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are Z33 and O36.