SUBARU ASCENT 2019

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Official Safety Recalls - Important!

55 Recalls

These are official manufacturer recalls ordered by NHTSA for safety defects. If you own this vehicle, contact your dealer immediately for free repairs.

Subaru Of America, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 22V907000 SAFETY RECALL
271.7K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Dec 8, 2022
Safety Issue:

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ascent vehicles. The ground bolt that secures the ground terminal of the Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) heater may have been improperly fastened, which could result in melting of the ground terminal and surrounding components.

Potential Risk:
A melting ground terminal increases the risk of a fire.
FREE Recall Solution:
Owners are advised to park their vehicle away from structures and to avoid leaving the vehicle unattended while the engine is running. An owner who notices or smells smoke coming from the dash or driver's footwell area should immediately stop operating the vehicle and turn the ignition switch to the "Off" position. Dealers will replace the PTC heater ground bolts and if necessary, replace the ground wire and the connector holder, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 6, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRL-22.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local SUBARU dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: WRL-22
Notice Date: Jan 25, 2023
Recall Date: Dec 8, 2022
Subaru Of America, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 21V955000 SAFETY RECALL
198.3K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Dec 9, 2021
Safety Issue:

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2020 Legacy and Outback vehicles. A programming error in the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) may allow the clutch to engage before the drive chain is completely clamped.

Potential Risk:
An improperly secured drive chain may slip and break, causing a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
Dealers will reprogram the TCU, inspect TCU data for chain slip, and visually inspect the chain guide. If evidence of chain slippage or damage is found, the transmission will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 19, 2022. This recall includes all vehicles previously recalled under 19V-855. Vehicles previously recalled under 19V-855 will need to have the new remedy performed for this recall once available. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRK-21.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local SUBARU dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: WRK-21
Notice Date: Aug 19, 2022
Recall Date: Dec 9, 2021
Subaru Of America, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 21V587000 SAFETY RECALL
176K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Jul 29, 2021
Safety Issue:

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2018 Forester, 2018-2020 Impreza, Legacy, Outback, 2018-2019 BRZ, WRX, and Toyota 86 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Potential Risk:
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2021. Subaru and Toyota owners may call customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-21.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local SUBARU dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: WRG-21
Notice Date: Sep 24, 2021
Recall Date: Jul 29, 2021
Subaru Of America, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 20V218000 SAFETY RECALL
188.2K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Apr 16, 2020
Safety Issue:

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Impreza, Outback, Legacy, and Ascent vehicles. The low pressure fuel pump may become inoperative.

Potential Risk:
If the low pressure fuel pump fails, the engine may stall without the ability to restart the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-20.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local SUBARU dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: WRD-20
Notice Date: Jun 4, 2020
Recall Date: Apr 16, 2020
Subaru Of America, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 19V855000 SAFETY RECALL
76.8K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Dec 2, 2019
Safety Issue:

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Ascent vehicles. The transmission hydraulic sensor may inaccurately measure the hydraulic fluid pressure.

Potential Risk:
If the fluid pressure is measured higher than its actual value, the hydraulic pressure will be reduced. If this occurs, the transmission drive chain may not have the proper tension, resulting in a loss of drive power and an increased risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the transmission control unit. The hydraulic sensor harness will be replaced on vehicles with certain stored diagnostic trouble codes. In addition, any vehicle confirmed to have experienced low drive chain tension will have the transmission assembly will be replaced. All repairs will be free of charge. The recall began January 31, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUV-07.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local SUBARU dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: WUV-07
Notice Date: Jan 31, 2020
Recall Date: Dec 2, 2019
Subaru Of America, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 19V856000 SAFETY RECALL
51.6K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Dec 2, 2019
Safety Issue:

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek, Forester, and Ascent vehicles. The aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve can separate, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, resulting in a loss of power while driving.

Potential Risk:
An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the PCV valve, free of charge. If the PCV valve has separated and the components cannot be found, the short block engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began January 31, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUW-08.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local SUBARU dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: WUW-08
Notice Date: Jan 31, 2020
Recall Date: Dec 2, 2019
Subaru Of America, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 19V519000 SAFETY RECALL
166 Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Jul 10, 2019
Safety Issue:

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Ascent vehicles. The center support bolts for the driveshaft may loosen, possibly resulting in the front portion of the driveshaft disconnecting.

Potential Risk:
If the front end of the driveshaft separates, it can increase the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft assembly, including the center support brace, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUI-94.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local SUBARU dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: WUI-94
Notice Date: Jul 26, 2019
Recall Date: Jul 10, 2019
Subaru Of America, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 18V508000 SAFETY RECALL
293 Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Aug 2, 2018
Safety Issue:

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Subaru Ascent vehicles. These vehicles may be missing spot welds on, or around, the B-Pillar, compromising vehicle strength.

Potential Risk:
In the event of a crash, the missing spot welds may compromise the vehicle's strength, increasing the risk of injury.
FREE Recall Solution:
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle to check for missing spot welds. If the welds are missing, the vehicle will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2018. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WTU-80.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local SUBARU dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: WTU-80
Notice Date: Jul 31, 2018
Recall Date: Aug 2, 2018

Consumer Complaints

532 Complaints
Subaru Of America, Inc.
Campaign: 11464767 Other
May 16, 2022
Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

Windshield cracked while driving.

Corrective Action:

Windshield cracked while driving.

Additional Notes:

Windshield cracked while driving.

Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: 11464767
Notice Date: May 16, 2022
Recall Date: May 16, 2022
Subaru Of America, Inc.
Campaign: 11464127 Other
May 10, 2022
Defect Description:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

The day I bought the car new I left the tailgate open all night the next day the battery was dead. This should not have happened to a brand new car. The next incident occurred this year on 3/18. I was sitting in the car waiting for my husband. I was there for about an hour. I was listening to the radio and talking on the phone. When I tried to start the car the battery was dead. The AAA person said the original battery was a piece of s**t. He recommended replacing it which I did.

Corrective Action:

The day I bought the car new I left the tailgate open all night the next day the battery was dead. This should not have happened to a brand new car. The next incident occurred this year on 3/18. I was sitting in the car waiting for my husband. I was there for about an hour. I was listening to the radio and talking on the phone. When I tried to start the car the battery was dead. The AAA person said the original battery was a piece of s**t. He recommended replacing it which I did.

Additional Notes:

The day I bought the car new I left the tailgate open all night the next day the battery was dead. This should not have happened to a brand new car. The next incident occurred this year on 3/18. I was sitting in the car waiting for my husband. I was there for about an hour. I was listening to the radio and talking on the phone. When I tried to start the car the battery was dead. The AAA person said the original battery was a piece of s**t. He recommended replacing it which I did.

Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: 11464127
Notice Date: May 10, 2022
Recall Date: May 10, 2022
Subaru Of America, Inc.
Campaign: 11463599 Other
May 6, 2022
Defect Description:

POWER TRAIN

Potential Consequences:

This safety recall is open since November 2021 and the manufacturer still has not initiated repairs , how long are consumer supposed to drive their vehicles with this serious safety issue risking safety ? why has NHTSA not initiated action against the company ?

Corrective Action:

This safety recall is open since November 2021 and the manufacturer still has not initiated repairs , how long are consumer supposed to drive their vehicles with this serious safety issue risking safety ? why has NHTSA not initiated action against the company ?

Additional Notes:

This safety recall is open since November 2021 and the manufacturer still has not initiated repairs , how long are consumer supposed to drive their vehicles with this serious safety issue risking safety ? why has NHTSA not initiated action against the company ?

Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: 11463599
Notice Date: May 6, 2022
Recall Date: May 6, 2022
Subaru Of America, Inc.
Campaign: 11462516 Other
Apr 27, 2022
Defect Description:

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

Potential Consequences:

The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Ascent. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the contact observed a crack at the bottom of the windshield by passenger’s side pillar. The crack then extended up to the center of the windshield just underneath the rearview mirror. The contact observed that the crack increased by a few centimeters every time the vehicle was driven. The contact had not taken the vehicle to the local dealer. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.

Corrective Action:

The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Ascent. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the contact observed a crack at the bottom of the windshield by passenger’s side pillar. The crack then extended up to the center of the windshield just underneath the rearview mirror. The contact observed that the crack increased by a few centimeters every time the vehicle was driven. The contact had not taken the vehicle to the local dealer. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.

Additional Notes:

The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Ascent. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the contact observed a crack at the bottom of the windshield by passenger’s side pillar. The crack then extended up to the center of the windshield just underneath the rearview mirror. The contact observed that the crack increased by a few centimeters every time the vehicle was driven. The contact had not taken the vehicle to the local dealer. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.

Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: 11462516
Notice Date: Apr 27, 2022
Recall Date: Apr 27, 2022
Subaru Of America, Inc.
Campaign: 11462185 Other
Apr 26, 2022
Defect Description:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

Spent 5 hours at a tailgate/beach event with the rear lift gate open. I made sure that interior lights were off to avoid draining the battery with the lift gate open. When we were ready to leave, the car battery was dead. We were panicked because we have a 5mo old and had to track down another driver to borrow jumper cables. Once home, we discovered that the lift gate will always draw power from the battery unless you trick the hatch lock with an off-market device or carabiner clip.

Corrective Action:

Spent 5 hours at a tailgate/beach event with the rear lift gate open. I made sure that interior lights were off to avoid draining the battery with the lift gate open. When we were ready to leave, the car battery was dead. We were panicked because we have a 5mo old and had to track down another driver to borrow jumper cables. Once home, we discovered that the lift gate will always draw power from the battery unless you trick the hatch lock with an off-market device or carabiner clip.

Additional Notes:

Spent 5 hours at a tailgate/beach event with the rear lift gate open. I made sure that interior lights were off to avoid draining the battery with the lift gate open. When we were ready to leave, the car battery was dead. We were panicked because we have a 5mo old and had to track down another driver to borrow jumper cables. Once home, we discovered that the lift gate will always draw power from the battery unless you trick the hatch lock with an off-market device or carabiner clip.

Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: 11462185
Notice Date: Apr 26, 2022
Recall Date: Apr 26, 2022
Subaru Of America, Inc.
Campaign: 11462185 Other
Apr 26, 2022
Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

Spent 5 hours at a tailgate/beach event with the rear lift gate open. I made sure that interior lights were off to avoid draining the battery with the lift gate open. When we were ready to leave, the car battery was dead. We were panicked because we have a 5mo old and had to track down another driver to borrow jumper cables. Once home, we discovered that the lift gate will always draw power from the battery unless you trick the hatch lock with an off-market device or carabiner clip.

Corrective Action:

Spent 5 hours at a tailgate/beach event with the rear lift gate open. I made sure that interior lights were off to avoid draining the battery with the lift gate open. When we were ready to leave, the car battery was dead. We were panicked because we have a 5mo old and had to track down another driver to borrow jumper cables. Once home, we discovered that the lift gate will always draw power from the battery unless you trick the hatch lock with an off-market device or carabiner clip.

Additional Notes:

Spent 5 hours at a tailgate/beach event with the rear lift gate open. I made sure that interior lights were off to avoid draining the battery with the lift gate open. When we were ready to leave, the car battery was dead. We were panicked because we have a 5mo old and had to track down another driver to borrow jumper cables. Once home, we discovered that the lift gate will always draw power from the battery unless you trick the hatch lock with an off-market device or carabiner clip.

Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: 11462185
Notice Date: Apr 26, 2022
Recall Date: Apr 26, 2022
Subaru Of America, Inc.
Campaign: 11461864 Other
Apr 23, 2022
Defect Description:

POWER TRAIN

Potential Consequences:

Car was parked and had foot on brake when car suddenly lurched forward and hit a car in front. At first I thought that my foot had slipped off brake pedal and onto accelerator pedal but after reviewing the incident later in the day, I do not believe that my foot slipped. Subaru issued a recall on my vehicle #21V955000 in December 2021 but never notified me directly and I did not learn about this defect until I took the car in for routine maintenance. Was not advised that this recall might be hazardous. It is now been 4 months and Subaru has yet to issue a fix. I am now thinking that what just happened is a result of this defect or some other form of sudden unexpected acceleration and now am afraid to drive the vehicle.

Corrective Action:

Car was parked and had foot on brake when car suddenly lurched forward and hit a car in front. At first I thought that my foot had slipped off brake pedal and onto accelerator pedal but after reviewing the incident later in the day, I do not believe that my foot slipped. Subaru issued a recall on my vehicle #21V955000 in December 2021 but never notified me directly and I did not learn about this defect until I took the car in for routine maintenance. Was not advised that this recall might be hazardous. It is now been 4 months and Subaru has yet to issue a fix. I am now thinking that what just happened is a result of this defect or some other form of sudden unexpected acceleration and now am afraid to drive the vehicle.

Additional Notes:

Car was parked and had foot on brake when car suddenly lurched forward and hit a car in front. At first I thought that my foot had slipped off brake pedal and onto accelerator pedal but after reviewing the incident later in the day, I do not believe that my foot slipped. Subaru issued a recall on my vehicle #21V955000 in December 2021 but never notified me directly and I did not learn about this defect until I took the car in for routine maintenance. Was not advised that this recall might be hazardous. It is now been 4 months and Subaru has yet to issue a fix. I am now thinking that what just happened is a result of this defect or some other form of sudden unexpected acceleration and now am afraid to drive the vehicle.

Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: 11461864
Notice Date: Apr 23, 2022
Recall Date: Apr 23, 2022
Subaru Of America, Inc.
Campaign: 11459841 Other
Apr 6, 2022
Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? WINDSHIELD How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? CRACKED WINDSHIELD Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? YES Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? NO Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? NO

Corrective Action:

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? WINDSHIELD How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? CRACKED WINDSHIELD Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? YES Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? NO Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? NO

Additional Notes:

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? WINDSHIELD How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? CRACKED WINDSHIELD Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? YES Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? NO Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? NO

Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: 11459841
Notice Date: Apr 6, 2022
Recall Date: Apr 6, 2022
Subaru Of America, Inc.
Campaign: 11459549 Other
Apr 4, 2022
Defect Description:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

2019 Subaru Ascent with a battery draining for no known reason. Found the lift gate open one evening in the garage when I had not driven the car recently, though had been in the garage and not noticed the issue. Replaced the battery and it was dead within a week. Spoke with a Subaru dealership who denies knowing anything about this issue and stated the diagnostic could take 10-20 hours at over $100.00/hr in certain cases. Really!!!

Corrective Action:

2019 Subaru Ascent with a battery draining for no known reason. Found the lift gate open one evening in the garage when I had not driven the car recently, though had been in the garage and not noticed the issue. Replaced the battery and it was dead within a week. Spoke with a Subaru dealership who denies knowing anything about this issue and stated the diagnostic could take 10-20 hours at over $100.00/hr in certain cases. Really!!!

Additional Notes:

2019 Subaru Ascent with a battery draining for no known reason. Found the lift gate open one evening in the garage when I had not driven the car recently, though had been in the garage and not noticed the issue. Replaced the battery and it was dead within a week. Spoke with a Subaru dealership who denies knowing anything about this issue and stated the diagnostic could take 10-20 hours at over $100.00/hr in certain cases. Really!!!

Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: 11459549
Notice Date: Apr 4, 2022
Recall Date: Apr 4, 2022
Subaru Of America, Inc.
Campaign: 11458223 Other
Mar 24, 2022
Defect Description:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Potential Consequences:

My wife was pulling into a parking spot at a Safeway in Seattle. The car, instead of stopping, sped up when she stepped on the brakes, slamming into a brick wall. She shifted into reverse, and the car sped backwards, then shifted to drive, and sped forward and slammed into a wall again. She shifted to park and pulled on the parking brake. Then, after 5 minutes with the car off, she drove home without incident and parked, although the car was severely damaged.

Corrective Action:

My wife was pulling into a parking spot at a Safeway in Seattle. The car, instead of stopping, sped up when she stepped on the brakes, slamming into a brick wall. She shifted into reverse, and the car sped backwards, then shifted to drive, and sped forward and slammed into a wall again. She shifted to park and pulled on the parking brake. Then, after 5 minutes with the car off, she drove home without incident and parked, although the car was severely damaged.

Additional Notes:

My wife was pulling into a parking spot at a Safeway in Seattle. The car, instead of stopping, sped up when she stepped on the brakes, slamming into a brick wall. She shifted into reverse, and the car sped backwards, then shifted to drive, and sped forward and slammed into a wall again. She shifted to park and pulled on the parking brake. Then, after 5 minutes with the car off, she drove home without incident and parked, although the car was severely damaged.

Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: 11458223
Notice Date: Mar 24, 2022
Recall Date: Mar 24, 2022
Subaru Of America, Inc.
Campaign: 11458223 Other
Mar 24, 2022
Defect Description:

SERVICE BRAKES

Potential Consequences:

My wife was pulling into a parking spot at a Safeway in Seattle. The car, instead of stopping, sped up when she stepped on the brakes, slamming into a brick wall. She shifted into reverse, and the car sped backwards, then shifted to drive, and sped forward and slammed into a wall again. She shifted to park and pulled on the parking brake. Then, after 5 minutes with the car off, she drove home without incident and parked, although the car was severely damaged.

Corrective Action:

My wife was pulling into a parking spot at a Safeway in Seattle. The car, instead of stopping, sped up when she stepped on the brakes, slamming into a brick wall. She shifted into reverse, and the car sped backwards, then shifted to drive, and sped forward and slammed into a wall again. She shifted to park and pulled on the parking brake. Then, after 5 minutes with the car off, she drove home without incident and parked, although the car was severely damaged.

Additional Notes:

My wife was pulling into a parking spot at a Safeway in Seattle. The car, instead of stopping, sped up when she stepped on the brakes, slamming into a brick wall. She shifted into reverse, and the car sped backwards, then shifted to drive, and sped forward and slammed into a wall again. She shifted to park and pulled on the parking brake. Then, after 5 minutes with the car off, she drove home without incident and parked, although the car was severely damaged.

Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: 11458223
Notice Date: Mar 24, 2022
Recall Date: Mar 24, 2022
Subaru Of America, Inc.
Campaign: 11457465 Other
Mar 19, 2022
Defect Description:

POWER TRAIN

Potential Consequences:

Due to an improper program, the CVT chain may slip, resulting in breakage of the chain guide. If the chain guide breaks, fragments of the guide could inhibit the shift select mechanism. If the vehicle continues operation with the drive chain slipping, over time the CVT drive chain could break. No remedy offered/available by manufacturer.

Corrective Action:

Due to an improper program, the CVT chain may slip, resulting in breakage of the chain guide. If the chain guide breaks, fragments of the guide could inhibit the shift select mechanism. If the vehicle continues operation with the drive chain slipping, over time the CVT drive chain could break. No remedy offered/available by manufacturer.

Additional Notes:

Due to an improper program, the CVT chain may slip, resulting in breakage of the chain guide. If the chain guide breaks, fragments of the guide could inhibit the shift select mechanism. If the vehicle continues operation with the drive chain slipping, over time the CVT drive chain could break. No remedy offered/available by manufacturer.

Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: 11457465
Notice Date: Mar 19, 2022
Recall Date: Mar 19, 2022
Subaru Of America, Inc.
Campaign: 11456001 Other
Mar 10, 2022
Defect Description:

TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Ascent. The contact stated that after arriving to his destination from driving and powering off the vehicle, the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle required a jump start in order to restart. After the restart, the Traction Control and Anti-Collision warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact notified the local dealer of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 26,000.

Corrective Action:

The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Ascent. The contact stated that after arriving to his destination from driving and powering off the vehicle, the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle required a jump start in order to restart. After the restart, the Traction Control and Anti-Collision warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact notified the local dealer of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 26,000.

Additional Notes:

The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Ascent. The contact stated that after arriving to his destination from driving and powering off the vehicle, the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle required a jump start in order to restart. After the restart, the Traction Control and Anti-Collision warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact notified the local dealer of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 26,000.

Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: 11456001
Notice Date: Mar 10, 2022
Recall Date: Mar 10, 2022
Subaru Of America, Inc.
Campaign: 11455938 Other
Mar 9, 2022
Defect Description:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

The Subaru Ascent I purchased in January 2019 failed to start on November 13th, 2021., with about 17100 miles! I contacted the dealer who asked me to Subaru roadside assistance to have the vehicle towed to the dealer. The dealer diagnosed the problem as a dead battery and replaced the battery. I had used the rear power liftgate the previous night to remove groceries. The premature failure of the Subaru Ascent battery represents a serious risk of leaving owners stranded away from home.

Corrective Action:

The Subaru Ascent I purchased in January 2019 failed to start on November 13th, 2021., with about 17100 miles! I contacted the dealer who asked me to Subaru roadside assistance to have the vehicle towed to the dealer. The dealer diagnosed the problem as a dead battery and replaced the battery. I had used the rear power liftgate the previous night to remove groceries. The premature failure of the Subaru Ascent battery represents a serious risk of leaving owners stranded away from home.

Additional Notes:

The Subaru Ascent I purchased in January 2019 failed to start on November 13th, 2021., with about 17100 miles! I contacted the dealer who asked me to Subaru roadside assistance to have the vehicle towed to the dealer. The dealer diagnosed the problem as a dead battery and replaced the battery. I had used the rear power liftgate the previous night to remove groceries. The premature failure of the Subaru Ascent battery represents a serious risk of leaving owners stranded away from home.

Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: 11455938
Notice Date: Mar 9, 2022
Recall Date: Mar 9, 2022
Subaru Of America, Inc.
Campaign: 11454015 Other
Feb 25, 2022
Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

2019 SUBARU ASCENT. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO SUBARU SAFETY RECALL WRK-21. THE CONSUMER REQUESTED THE USE OF A RENTAL VEHICLE AND STORAGE BE PROVIDED WHILE AWAITING THE RECALL REPAIR COMPLETION. THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME COMPLETING THE RECALL REPAIR.

Corrective Action:

2019 SUBARU ASCENT. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO SUBARU SAFETY RECALL WRK-21. THE CONSUMER REQUESTED THE USE OF A RENTAL VEHICLE AND STORAGE BE PROVIDED WHILE AWAITING THE RECALL REPAIR COMPLETION. THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME COMPLETING THE RECALL REPAIR.

Additional Notes:

2019 SUBARU ASCENT. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO SUBARU SAFETY RECALL WRK-21. THE CONSUMER REQUESTED THE USE OF A RENTAL VEHICLE AND STORAGE BE PROVIDED WHILE AWAITING THE RECALL REPAIR COMPLETION. THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME COMPLETING THE RECALL REPAIR.

Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: 11454015
Notice Date: Feb 25, 2022
Recall Date: Feb 25, 2022
Subaru Of America, Inc.
Campaign: 11454019 Other
Feb 25, 2022
Defect Description:

POWER TRAIN

Potential Consequences:

The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Ascent. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V955000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated shortly after receiving the letter while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle decelerated independently. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving to his destination. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. VIN tool confirms part not available. The failure mileage was approximately 45,000.

Corrective Action:

The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Ascent. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V955000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated shortly after receiving the letter while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle decelerated independently. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving to his destination. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. VIN tool confirms part not available. The failure mileage was approximately 45,000.

Additional Notes:

The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Ascent. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V955000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated shortly after receiving the letter while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle decelerated independently. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving to his destination. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. VIN tool confirms part not available. The failure mileage was approximately 45,000.

Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: 11454019
Notice Date: Feb 25, 2022
Recall Date: Feb 25, 2022
Subaru Of America, Inc.
Campaign: 11453698 Other
Feb 23, 2022
Defect Description:

POWER TRAIN

Potential Consequences:

The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Ascent. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V955000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts are not available.

Corrective Action:

The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Ascent. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V955000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts are not available.

Additional Notes:

The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Ascent. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V955000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts are not available.

Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: 11453698
Notice Date: Feb 23, 2022
Recall Date: Feb 23, 2022
Subaru Of America, Inc.
Campaign: 11452113 Other
Feb 15, 2022
Defect Description:

POWER TRAIN

Potential Consequences:

The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Ascent. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V955000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH or above, the transmission was slipping. The transmission would then reduce power and regain power and the contact would pull over to reset the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and the vehicle was deemed undrivable. The approximate failure mileage was 18,000. VIN tool confirms parts are not available.

Corrective Action:

The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Ascent. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V955000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH or above, the transmission was slipping. The transmission would then reduce power and regain power and the contact would pull over to reset the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and the vehicle was deemed undrivable. The approximate failure mileage was 18,000. VIN tool confirms parts are not available.

Additional Notes:

The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Ascent. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V955000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH or above, the transmission was slipping. The transmission would then reduce power and regain power and the contact would pull over to reset the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and the vehicle was deemed undrivable. The approximate failure mileage was 18,000. VIN tool confirms parts are not available.

Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: 11452113
Notice Date: Feb 15, 2022
Recall Date: Feb 15, 2022
Subaru Of America, Inc.
Campaign: 11451825 Other
Feb 14, 2022
Defect Description:

POWER TRAIN

Potential Consequences:

I have received numerous recalls on this model and failed to receive WUV-07. Now they have sent WRK-21 to replace WUV-07 and tell me the tools and reprogramming should arrive by May and they will contact me again. This is a drive train slippage issue (something I have been complaining about since I purchased the car) and very hazardous. I was planning 2 trips between now and then and I believe Subaru is uniquely slow in fixing this critical issue. Also in an unrelated matter I was forced to put 4 new tires on this vehicle already replacing the original tires after 29,000 miles. I do not believe Subaru did due testing diligence prior to releasing this model for weight/handling/tire strength.

Corrective Action:

I have received numerous recalls on this model and failed to receive WUV-07. Now they have sent WRK-21 to replace WUV-07 and tell me the tools and reprogramming should arrive by May and they will contact me again. This is a drive train slippage issue (something I have been complaining about since I purchased the car) and very hazardous. I was planning 2 trips between now and then and I believe Subaru is uniquely slow in fixing this critical issue. Also in an unrelated matter I was forced to put 4 new tires on this vehicle already replacing the original tires after 29,000 miles. I do not believe Subaru did due testing diligence prior to releasing this model for weight/handling/tire strength.

Additional Notes:

I have received numerous recalls on this model and failed to receive WUV-07. Now they have sent WRK-21 to replace WUV-07 and tell me the tools and reprogramming should arrive by May and they will contact me again. This is a drive train slippage issue (something I have been complaining about since I purchased the car) and very hazardous. I was planning 2 trips between now and then and I believe Subaru is uniquely slow in fixing this critical issue. Also in an unrelated matter I was forced to put 4 new tires on this vehicle already replacing the original tires after 29,000 miles. I do not believe Subaru did due testing diligence prior to releasing this model for weight/handling/tire strength.

Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: 11451825
Notice Date: Feb 14, 2022
Recall Date: Feb 14, 2022
Subaru Of America, Inc.
Campaign: 11451825 Other
Feb 14, 2022
Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

I have received numerous recalls on this model and failed to receive WUV-07. Now they have sent WRK-21 to replace WUV-07 and tell me the tools and reprogramming should arrive by May and they will contact me again. This is a drive train slippage issue (something I have been complaining about since I purchased the car) and very hazardous. I was planning 2 trips between now and then and I believe Subaru is uniquely slow in fixing this critical issue. Also in an unrelated matter I was forced to put 4 new tires on this vehicle already replacing the original tires after 29,000 miles. I do not believe Subaru did due testing diligence prior to releasing this model for weight/handling/tire strength.

Corrective Action:

I have received numerous recalls on this model and failed to receive WUV-07. Now they have sent WRK-21 to replace WUV-07 and tell me the tools and reprogramming should arrive by May and they will contact me again. This is a drive train slippage issue (something I have been complaining about since I purchased the car) and very hazardous. I was planning 2 trips between now and then and I believe Subaru is uniquely slow in fixing this critical issue. Also in an unrelated matter I was forced to put 4 new tires on this vehicle already replacing the original tires after 29,000 miles. I do not believe Subaru did due testing diligence prior to releasing this model for weight/handling/tire strength.

Additional Notes:

I have received numerous recalls on this model and failed to receive WUV-07. Now they have sent WRK-21 to replace WUV-07 and tell me the tools and reprogramming should arrive by May and they will contact me again. This is a drive train slippage issue (something I have been complaining about since I purchased the car) and very hazardous. I was planning 2 trips between now and then and I believe Subaru is uniquely slow in fixing this critical issue. Also in an unrelated matter I was forced to put 4 new tires on this vehicle already replacing the original tires after 29,000 miles. I do not believe Subaru did due testing diligence prior to releasing this model for weight/handling/tire strength.

Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: 11451825
Notice Date: Feb 14, 2022
Recall Date: Feb 14, 2022

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