SUBARU ASCENT (2019) recall — Power Train
Subaru recalls certain 2019 Ascent vehicles with a faulty transmission hydraulic sensor that may cause loss of drive power and increased crash risk. Free repairs include reprogramming the transmission control unit and replacing parts.
Use caution until it’s fixed
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.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Subaru is recalling certain 2019 Ascent vehicles because a faulty hydraulic sensor might cause transmission issues that could lead to a crash. Owners should contact Subaru for free repairs to prevent potential safety risks. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1224350-subaru-2019-ascent-power-train-recall-risk-of-crash-due.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1224350-subaru-2019-ascent-power-train-recall-risk-of-crash-due · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #19V855000
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“Subaru 2019 Ascent Power Train Recall: Risk of Crash Due to Transmission Issue.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1224350-subaru-2019-ascent-power-train-recall-risk-of-crash-due. Based on NHTSA recall #19V855000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V855000).
Why it’s dangerous
The transmission hydraulic sensor may measure fluid pressure incorrectly, leading to reduced hydraulic pressure. This can cause the transmission drive chain to lose proper tension, resulting in loss of drive power and a higher chance of a crash.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2019 Subaru Ascent vehicles with specific transmission control issues are affected. Drivers using these vehicles without the repair may face increased crash risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2019 Subaru Ascent has a specific transmission control unit code or has been notified by Subaru. The recall started January 31, 2020, and applies to vehicles with certain stored diagnostic trouble codes.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Subaru Customer Service
Call 1-844-373-6614 to confirm if your vehicle is affected and schedule repairs.
Get Transmission Repairs
Subaru will reprogram the transmission control unit and replace parts at no cost for affected vehicles.
What NHTSA says to do
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.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The transmission hydraulic sensor may measure fluid pressure incorrectly, leading to reduced hydraulic pressure and potential loss of drive power.
How can I check if my vehicle is affected?
Check if your 2019 Subaru Ascent has specific stored diagnostic trouble codes or contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614.
Are repairs free?
Yes, all repairs including reprogramming the transmission control unit and replacing parts are free of charge.
Contact Subaru
We’ve drafted a message you can send Subaru to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 19V855000 — Subaru Subaru Hello, I own a Subaru that is covered by recall 19V855000 from Subaru. The official recall notice states: 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. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #19V855000 (February 12, 2019)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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