Philippine-market Subaru units are not affected by the vehicle recall issued for hybrid models in North America, official distributor Motor Image Pilipinas has announced.
In the US, the recall affects more than 71,000 units of the hybrid Subaru Forester and Crosstrek. These vehicles are equipped with a specialized sealed fuel system to comply with North American environmental regulations. According to Subaru Corporation, the said component is not used in vehicles distributed by Motor Image Group.
“As such, the conditions cited in the North American recall do not exist in Subaru vehicles distributed by Motor Image Group,” the statement reads. “Consequently, these vehicles remain unaffected.
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“Customers can be assured that Subaru vehicles sold in Motor Image Group markets fully comply with all applicable local safety and environmental regulations. Owners may continue to drive and refuel their vehicles with complete confidence.”
The Subaru Forester e-Boxer arrived in the Philippine market in September 2025 as the first hybrid Forester to be offered locally. Its ‘Strong Hybrid’ powertrain comprises a 2.5-liter boxer engine paired with two electric motors and a 1.1kWh battery pack. The combined 194hp and 270Nm output is channeled to the wheels via a Linertronic CVT and Subaru’s Symmetrical AWD system. Read everything you need to know about the model here.
