Every 2023 Subaru Ascent recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Equipment · NHTSA 26V436000
Jul 7, 2026Equipment:Other:Labels
- Problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2026 Crosstrek Hybrid, 2025-2026 Forester Hybrid, Forester, and 2019-2026 Ascent vehicles. 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.
- Fix
- Subaru will mail a new certification label to owners, free of charge. Owners may also choose to have a dealer install the new label, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed August 27, 2026. Additional letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRH-26.
Full recall details for 26V436000 →Power Train · NHTSA 23V647000
Sep 21, 2023Power Train:Driveline:Driveshaft
- Problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2023 Outback, Legacy, Ascent, and Impreza vehicles. 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.
- Fix
- Dealers will clean the bolt mounting surfaces of the center support brace and install new bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 20, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRN-23.
Full recall details for 23V647000 →Tires · NHTSA 23V258000
Jul 4, 2023Tires
- Problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2023 Ascent vehicles equipped with 20-inch wheels. 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.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace all four tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 6, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRH-23.
Full recall details for 23V258000 →Suspension · NHTSA 23V392000
Jan 6, 2023Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Arm
- Problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2023 Ascent vehicles. 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.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the lower control arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 30, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRJ-23.
Full recall details for 23V392000 →
2023 Subaru Ascent complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 45 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Subaru Ascent, reporting 4 crashes, 1 fires, 4 injuries. Subaru has issued at least 293 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Forward Collision Avoidance10
- Service Brakes10
- Unknown Or Other8
- Visibility/Wiper6
- Tires5
- Electrical System4
Service bulletins by component
- Electrical System (173)
- Equipment (48)
- Engine (40)
- Unknown Or Other (38)
- Power Train (33)
- Structure (13)
Read Subaru Ascent owner complaints and bulletins, every year
What people reported
Owners have filed 45 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Subaru Ascent. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
Injury reportedCrash
“On XXX, I was operating my vehicle heading Pocono PA, on I-80 in [XXX]. At approximately mile point 142.4, the vehicle's onboard Forward Collision Avoidance System (FCAS) suddenly and unexpectedly activated without any obstruction, hazard, or vehicle ahead.”
2023 SUBARU ASCENTJul 9, 2026 · PA
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11749348
Fire
“The warning lights on the car flashed and the car shut down. I was on the highway. I called 911 and they told me to quickly and safely exit the car. Less than a minute later, the engine combusted and the car was engulfed in flames.”
2023 SUBARU ASCENTMar 19, 2025
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11649273
Crash
“There was a SUDDEN and UNINTENDED acceleration without the driver input while braking to park going approximately 1 - 2 MPH. Our safety was at risk. The vehicle was not in our control. A police report was generated.”
2023 SUBARU ASCENTSep 2, 2024
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11612133
Crash
“unknown defects in some vehicles that could cause sudden and unintended acceleration without driver input Yes, our safety was at risk. The vehicle was clearly not in our control. A police report was generated.”
2023 SUBARU ASCENTAug 22, 2024
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11610317
Injury reported
“On May 12, 2024 I placed my vehicle in Park. As I exited, it rolled back. The door knocked me down and the car rolled over my left leg, injuring my lower leg, ankle, and foot. Problem has not been reproduced. Vehicle has not been inspected.”
2023 SUBARU ASCENTMay 23, 2024
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11590369
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