Safety and Quality
Safety guides every decision we make. From the engineering that goes into each vehicle to the rigorous quality standards we maintain, we are committed to protecting what matters most: you and the people you love. Our dedication to safety and quality helps every Subaru deliver the reliability, performance, and peace of mind you deserve.
Safety Built Into Every Vehicle
Advanced driver assist technology. Engineering designed to protect in all conditions. Safety isn’t an add-on at Subaru — it’s built into the foundation of the vehicles we make.
100%
of 2026 model year Subaru vehicles sold in the U.S. are equipped with advanced driver assist systems
2025 Safety Awards
2025 TOP SAFETY PICK+ Winners
- 2025 Subaru Solterra
- 2026 Subaru Forester
2025 TOP SAFETY PICK Winners
- 2025 Subaru Ascent — 8 years running
- 2025 Forester (All Forester including Hybrid except Wilderness) — 19 years running
Quality Assurance
From the moment a Subaru vehicle enters production to the day it arrives at our retailers, we maintain rigorous oversight to ensure every Subaru meets our standards.
Advanced Quality Assurance
Our Advanced Quality Assurance team oversees the entire vehicle processing journey. Through Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDI) and meticulous accessory quality checks, every Subaru is built to perform at its best before it reaches our customers.
Parts and Accessories
The Subaru Accessory Quality team follows internationally recognized standards including IATF16949 (Automotive Quality Management Systems) and ISO14001 (Environmental Management Systems) to ensure customers receive the highest quality products.
<200
defective parts per million (PPM)
9
years of continuous quality improvement
30%
of painted accessory suppliers upgrading to green automated painting systems, solar power, and alternative energy sources
Peace of Mind Beyond the Vehicle
Safety doesn’t end when you drive off the lot. Through connected services and accessibility programs, we’re here to support you on every journey.
MySubaru® Connected Services
MySubaru Connected Services are here to help when you need it most. Through the MySubaru mobile app, the services provide enhanced safety, comfort, and convenience features including automatic collision notification, SOS emergency assistance, enhanced roadside assistance, and stolen vehicle recovery.
320K+
customers supported with MySubaru emergency services
Subaru Mobility Assist
Through the Subaru Mobility Assist program, we offer reimbursement for qualifying vehicle modifications, helping individuals with physical disabilities maintain their independence and enjoy the driving experience.
Modifications include left-hand gear selectors, hand and foot controls, steering devices, and turn signal modifications.
$210K
invested in vehicle modifications to help people with physical disabilities retain access to their Subaru
“My daughter has been driving with hand controls for over 20 years. Subaru Mobility Assist helped with the necessary modifications for her Subaru. There is only one business in my state that offers this, and it’s Subaru.”
Mobility Assist Customer
Tools for Better Service
TechShare™ Mobile App
In 2025, TechShare continued to evolve as Subaru’s integrated service platform, delivering new tools that help technicians diagnose and repair vehicles more efficiently. Major enhancements included the integration of Service Technical Information System (STIS) search, VIN-specific diagnostic workflows, and new diagnostic support tools such as CVT Diagnostic Assistance and visibility into closed repair orders across retailers.
34K
“VIN Sessions” created within TechShare to access diagnostic tools, service information, and repair history for Subaru vehicles
Empowering Future Automotive Leaders
Subaru University supports a viable pipeline for Subaru retailers’ personnel by assisting technician recruitment from high-performance secondary and post-secondary schools.
524
school partnerships
4.3K
students trained
140
retailer-sponsored interns
~70%
placement rate
20
vehicles donated (totaling $508,600)
6
pre-production vehicles donated to fire departments
60
components donated (totaling $48,055)
TACT Partnership
In Colorado, Subaru University ensures that TACT (Teaching the Autism Community Trades) students train with industry-standard tools, helping neurodiverse students gain confidence, skills, and pathways to meaningful employment.
Technician Competition
Subaru’s Technician Competition brings together the best technicians from our retailer network for a hands-on challenge celebrating their skill and dedication. In 2025, 14 Zone Champions gathered at Subaru HQ competing in an 80-minute technical challenge covering engine performance, drivability, and body electrical diagnosis.
Built for the Road, Driven to Win
From rally stages across the country to legendary finishes on the world stage, Subaru Motorsports USA delivered another season defined by grit, precision, and historic achievement. Brandon Semenuk and co-driver Keaton Williams clinched their fourth consecutive American Rally Association National Championship, adding to a legacy that now spans 19 national championships in 25 years. Travis Pastrana and Rhianon Gelsomino capped the season with an overall win at the Lake Superior Performance Rally and earned the prestigious Hannu Mikkola Award for sportsmanship at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. It was a year that proved, once again, that Subaru belongs at the front of the pack.