2018 brz factory stereo subwoofer

[Tcoat]

Originally Posted by paiceyfan

I think I saw a headline that Subaru subwoofers could possibly cause a fire...not sure if there is a recall...you might want to look into that before purchase.

Nice catch but a totally different sub and cabinet.
Nothing to worry about.


THE Subaru WRX is being recalled in Australia because the subwoofer speaker fitted in the boot might spark a fire.
While loud sound systems are a common accessory fitted by WRX owners, the recall affects subwoofers installed by Subaru.
The recall of more than 4000 WRX sedans (2015 models) was triggered after one car caught fire in Tasmania.
The recalls.gov.au website says there is a “risk of fire if the subwoofer speaker overheats”.
A statement from Subaru says: “the recall is due to the possibility of an electrical short circuit that may cause the subwoofer speaker to overheat and risk a fire”.
A wire to the subwoofer, which is located in the boot, may be moved out of its normal position and touch the metal frame of the subwoofer, “resulting in an intermittent short that could create a continuous electrical current, overheating the subwoofer,” says Subaru.
Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Subaru Australia, advising them of the recall — or they can call 1300 550 994 to check if their car is on the list.
Subaru says it will fit a “spacer clip” to prevent the wire moving from its normal position.

[paiceyfan]

Originally Posted by Tcoat

Nice catch but a totally different sub and cabinet.
Nothing to worry about.


THE Subaru WRX is being recalled in Australia because the subwoofer speaker fitted in the boot might spark a fire.
While loud sound systems are a common accessory fitted by WRX owners, the recall affects subwoofers installed by Subaru.
The recall of more than 4000 WRX sedans (2015 models) was triggered after one car caught fire in Tasmania.
The recalls.gov.au website says there is a “risk of fire if the subwoofer speaker overheats”.
A statement from Subaru says: “the recall is due to the possibility of an electrical short circuit that may cause the subwoofer speaker to overheat and risk a fire”.
A wire to the subwoofer, which is located in the boot, may be moved out of its normal position and touch the metal frame of the subwoofer, “resulting in an intermittent short that could create a continuous electrical current, overheating the subwoofer,” says Subaru.
Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Subaru Australia, advising them of the recall — or they can call 1300 550 994 to check if their car is on the list.
Subaru says it will fit a “spacer clip” to prevent the wire moving from its normal position.

Ahhh...thanks for getting the details, Tcoat!

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[Tcoat]

Originally Posted by paiceyfan

Ahhh...thanks for getting the details, Tcoat!

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I was curious since the wife's new Impreza has a sub.

[Joeyb860]

Does anyone know if the Subaru sub for the BRZ will work in the Toyota 2017 86 860?

[why?]

Originally Posted by Joeyb860

Does anyone know if the Subaru sub for the BRZ will work in the Toyota 2017 86 860?

Why on earth would you want it to? I am sure your local audio place can install a much better sub and amp for less than the cost of that Subaru kicker sub.

[Tcoat]

Originally Posted by Joeyb860

Does anyone know if the Subaru sub for the BRZ will work in the Toyota 2017 86 860?

Yes

[Joeyb860]

Thanks.

[phaqew]

I have a 2017 BRZ w optional subwoofer. The problem with it is theres no actual volume control for the sub other than the eq, which cuts too much bass in the cabin as well to be effective. the sub is simply too loud with no way to attenuate the volume. I wish there was a reasonable upgrade for this head unit. crutchfield told me theres nothing available in the US that will fit it without major mods.

[~el~jefe~]

my car did not come with a sub in trunk until I met one and demanded they get in the trunk and stay there.

[johan]

Originally Posted by phaqew

I have a 2017 BRZ w optional subwoofer. The problem with it is theres no actual volume control for the sub other than the eq, which cuts too much bass in the cabin as well to be effective. the sub is simply too loud with no way to attenuate the volume. I wish there was a reasonable upgrade for this head unit. crutchfield told me theres nothing available in the US that will fit it without major mods.

If it is tied into the rear speakers as someone else said - could you just fade the sound forward to lower the sub level? It's not like the rear speakers do anything anyways.

[ncted]

Originally Posted by phaqew

I have a 2017 BRZ w optional subwoofer. The problem with it is theres no actual volume control for the sub other than the eq, which cuts too much bass in the cabin as well to be effective. the sub is simply too loud with no way to attenuate the volume. I wish there was a reasonable upgrade for this head unit. crutchfield told me theres nothing available in the US that will fit it without major mods.

If you get the Canadian Dash Trim: https://parts.subaru.com/p/Subaru__B...6077CA200.html , you can put any Double DIN headunit that will fit the '17 Toyota 86.

It sucks that you have to pay extra to replace the dash trim, but it is what it is.