Subaru Ascent Recalls

By Adrian V. LockhartUpdated Nov 202613 NHTSA recall campaigns

Every NHTSA recall campaign for the 2019–2026 Ascent, listed once each with the model years it covers. Data through Oct 4, 2026.

Check a Ascent for open recalls

Enter the 17-character VIN on NHTSA's official lookup. It shows any recall that hasn't been repaired on that vehicle; a Subaru dealer fixes it free.

Look up a VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗

Recall campaigns: 13
Do not drive or park outside: 1
Model years covered: 2019–2026

Recalls by model year

Each campaign is listed under every model year it covers.

Year	Campaigns	Recall IDs
2019	9	22V907000 ⚠26V436000 21V955000 21V587000 20V218000 19V855000 19V856000 19V519000 18V508000
2020	5	22V907000 ⚠26V436000 21V955000 21V954000 21V587000
2021	2	22V907000 ⚠26V436000
2022	2	22V907000 ⚠26V436000
2023	4	26V436000 23V647000 23V392000 23V258000
2024	1	26V436000
2025	1	26V436000
2026	1	26V436000

⚠ = do-not-drive or park-outside warning.

Do-not-drive and park-outside recalls

Until these are repaired, NHTSA and Subaru tell owners not to drive the vehicle or to park it outside, away from buildings.

Park outside22V907000Electrical system, 2019–2022 models

Every Ascent recall campaign

Newest first. Open a campaign for the defect, risk, remedy and what to do.

Wiring › Interior/under dashPark outsideThe ground bolt that secures the ground terminal of the Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) heater may have been…2019–2022 modelsDec 8, 2022271,694 vehicles22V907000
Defect
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.
Risk
A melting ground terminal increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park their vehicle away from structures and to avoid leaving the vehicle unattended while the engine is running.
What to do
Park outside and away from buildings until the recall repair is done.
Other › LabelsThese vehicles were manufactured with an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the certification label. As…2019–2026 modelsJul 7, 2026541,237 vehicles26V436000
Defect
These vehicles were manufactured with an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the certification label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 110, "Tire selection and rims."
Risk
An incorrect GAWR label may lead to an overloaded vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Subaru will mail a new certification label to owners, free of charge.
Driveline › DriveshaftThe center support bolts for the driveshaft may loosen, resulting in the disconnection of the front end of the…2023 modelSep 21, 20234,311 vehicles23V647000
Defect
The center support bolts for the driveshaft may loosen, resulting in the disconnection of the front end of the driveshaft.
Risk
Separation of the front end of the driveshaft increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will clean the bolt mounting surfaces of the center support brace and install new bolts, free of charge.
Control arm › Lower armThe left or right front lower control arm may have an improperly tightened ball joint castle nut which can result in…2023 modelJun 1, 20235 vehicles23V392000
Defect
The left or right front lower control arm may have an improperly tightened ball joint castle nut which can result in retention pin failure and separation of the ball joint from the lower control arm.
Risk
Ball joint separation while the vehicle is in motion can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the lower control arm, free of charge.
TiresThe internal tire bead may have been damaged during the wheel mounting process.2023 modelApr 7, 20234,409 vehicles23V258000
Defect
The internal tire bead may have been damaged during the wheel mounting process.
Risk
A damaged tire may experience a sudden loss of air pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace all four tires, free of charge.
Automatic transmission › Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)A programming error in the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) may allow the clutch to engage before the drive chain is…2019–2020 modelsDec 9, 2021198,255 vehicles21V955000
Defect
A programming error in the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) may allow the clutch to engage before the drive chain is completely clamped.
Risk
An improperly secured drive chain may slip and break, causing a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the TCU, inspect TCU data for chain slip, and visually inspect the chain guide.
Cited in owner complaints we researched: 5 complaints about hesitation or slipping while driving; 2 complaints about transmission failure needing replacement.
Linkages › Tie rod assemblyDue to an incorrect tapered hole in the housing, the front tie rod ends may not fit properly. The improper fit can…2020 modelDec 9, 20211,305 vehicles21V954000
Defect
Due to an incorrect tapered hole in the housing, the front tie rod ends may not fit properly. The improper fit can result in the tie rods and housings being deformed during assembly and service replacement if excessive torque is applied.
Risk
The tie rods may separate from the housing, causing a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the left and right front tie rod ends and housings, free of charge.
Delivery › Fuel pumpThe low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.2019–2020 modelsJul 29, 2021175,968 vehicles21V587000
Defect
The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump, free of charge.
Delivery › Fuel pumpThe low pressure fuel pump may become inoperative.2019 modelApr 16, 2020188,207 vehicles20V218000
Defect
The low pressure fuel pump may become inoperative.
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.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump, free of charge.
Automatic transmission › Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)The transmission hydraulic sensor may inaccurately measure the hydraulic fluid pressure.2019 modelDec 2, 201976,842 vehicles19V855000
Defect
The transmission hydraulic sensor may inaccurately measure the hydraulic fluid pressure.
Risk
If the fluid pressure is measured higher than its actual value, the hydraulic pressure will be reduced.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the transmission control unit.
Emission control › Crankcase (pcv)The aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve can separate, allowing the separated components to enter the…2019 modelDec 2, 201951,613 vehicles19V856000
Defect
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.
Risk
An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the PCV valve, free of charge.
Driveline › DriveshaftThe center support bolts for the driveshaft may loosen, possibly resulting in the front portion of the driveshaft…2019 modelJul 10, 2019166 vehicles19V519000
Defect
The center support bolts for the driveshaft may loosen, possibly resulting in the front portion of the driveshaft disconnecting.
Risk
If the front end of the driveshaft separates, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the driveshaft assembly, including the center support brace, free of charge.
Body › Roof and pillarsThese vehicles may be missing spot welds on, or around, the B-Pillar, compromising vehicle strength.2019 modelAug 2, 2018293 vehicles18V508000
Defect
These vehicles may be missing spot welds on, or around, the B-Pillar, compromising vehicle strength.
Risk
In the event of a crash, the missing spot welds may compromise the vehicle's strength, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicle to check for missing spot welds.

What to do

Check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If a recall is open, any dealer will fix it free. For NHTSA's full record of a campaign, search its number there (for example 22V907000).

Questions

How many recalls does the Subaru Ascent have?

NHTSA lists 13 recall campaigns for the 2019–2026 Ascent, 1 with a do-not-drive or park-outside warning (22V907000, 2019–2022). A campaign often covers several model years, so each is counted once.

Which Ascent model year has the most recalls?

The 2019 Ascent, with 9 recall campaigns. More recalls don't by themselves make a year worse: check what each one fixes and that it was done.

How do I check if a Ascent has an open recall?

Enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls (the VIN is on the driver's side of the dashboard, seen through the windshield, and on the registration). It shows any recall not yet repaired on that vehicle. A Subaru dealer does recall repairs free.