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Subaru Ascent

Data refreshed October 26, 2026

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Complaints

1,037

Active records

Recalls

13

Active records

TSBs

704

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

0

Injuries

28

Crashes

34

Fires

12

Top reported issues — Subaru Ascent

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Condition issue

368

Operating state

309

Electrical issue

291

Vibration/harshness

153

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

116

Noise

113

Performance issue

104

Driver assistance issue

92

Reporting mechanism

80

Starting behavior

62

Braking behavior

59

Access/entry issue

52

Engine behavior

44

Thermal issue

39

Infotainment behavior

38

Smell

34

Ride/handling behavior

32

Steering behavior

29

Fluid issue

28

Safety restraint issue

26

Safety restraint behavior

20

Lighting behavior

19

Powering on/off behavior

16

Recent change

14

HVAC behavior

5

Charging behavior

1

Communication/network issue

1

Wiper/washer behavior

1

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2024 SUBARU ASCENT

Filed Oct 22, 2026


COMPONENTS: Suspension/alignment failed to maintain factory specs, destroying front inside tread. Vehicle/tires available for inspection. SAFETY RISK: Front tires worn to cords on inside edge, degrading traction and increasing blowout risk at highway speeds with family inside. America's Tire officially deemed vehicle unsafe. CONFIRMATION: Confirmed in writing by America's Tire (Store 1063, Order 5093420914) on 10/16/2026. Tech refused rotation due to severe inside wear, writing it could be due…

2020 SUBARU ASCENT

Filed Oct 20, 2026


The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Ascent. The contact stated that on multiple occasions, while driving at various undisclosed speeds, the vehicle unexpectedly failed to accelerate and lost power. The contact also stated that the vehicle felt sluggish while driving. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed with chain slippage in the clutch, causing the loss of power. The contact was informed that the transmission had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired.…

2019 SUBARU ASCENT

Filed Oct 19, 2026


The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Ascent. The contact stated that while driving at 50 MPH, the vehicle hesitated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where diagnostic trouble codes were identified, and a vehicle reprogramming was performed. While driving, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the transmission had failed and required replacement. Warranty coverage was not available; however, a loaner vehicle was provided. The contact…

2020 SUBARU ASCENT

Filed Oct 19, 2026


I have experienced problems with the rear lift gate on multiple occasions. It is working intermittently and locking me out. The beeping while the car is in motion is continuous and it drained the battery; I had to purchase a new battery. Another time we had to disconnect the battery (as suggested by the dealership) and reconnect it to fix the problem.

2021 SUBARU ASCENT

Filed Oct 14, 2026


I purchased a new 2021 Subaru Ascent in XXX. In XXX, at about 36,000 miles, I discovered water leaking into the cabin through the panoramic moonroof during rain and brought it to Lynnes Subaru ([XXX]) immediately. Through repeat visits and recurrences, Lynnes failed to diagnose it, blaming clogged drains. In fall 2025 they identified it, with help from a Subaru corporate regional engineer, and performed a moonroof replacement. Because I acted quickly EACH TIME water entered, there was no odor…

2022 SUBARU ASCENT

Filed Oct 9, 2026


My vehicle will abruptly break coming to a complete stop if a vehicle behind me approaches too quickly or gets too close to my vehicle. Yes the its uptoday on inspections and no errors show with in the vehicles computer system.

2019 SUBARU ASCENT

Filed Oct 7, 2026


CVT IS SLIPPING AND FAILING INTERNALLY, CVT ASSEMBLY REQUIRES REPLACEMENT.

2025 SUBARU ASCENT

Filed Sep 21, 2026


1 injured
Crash

The contact owned a 2025 Subaru Ascent. The contact stated that while pulling into a parking spot with a foot on the brake pedal, the engine suddenly revved loudly and unintendedly accelerated. The vehicle crashed into a pole head-on and came to a stop. The vehicle was towed from the scene and was deemed a total loss. The contact sustained cuts on the hands, a sore back, a brain bleed, and body soreness. Medical attention was sought. The dealer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage…

2023 SUBARU ASCENT

Filed Sep 17, 2026


The contact owns a 2023 Subaru Ascent equipped with Falken Tires, Tire Line: Ziex ZE001 A/S, Tire Size: 245/50/R20 102H, DOT Number: [XXX] Contact stated that while the vehicle was parked with the front wheels turned outward, the contact became aware that there was severe inner-edge tire wear with missing rubber on the inner sidewall of the front tires. The contact stated the vehicle was rarely driven and had low mileage. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V436000…

2020 SUBARU ASCENT

Filed Sep 11, 2026


After replacing tires I started hearing noises from rear wheel. I searched online and it appears there is an issue with wheel bearings on several Subaru models (see YOUTUBE video by FIXBOOK dated July 12, 2026). The issue was confirmed by my Subaru dealer on 9/10/2026. Subary wheel bearings prior to 2026 were subject to poor design resulting in premature corrosion, complete failure and possible separation from the under carriage. New Subaru wheel bearing was redesigned in 2026 (part…

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Updated October 26, 2026. Refreshed nightly.