Model year 2019 · Subaru

2019 Subaru Ascent recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 9 safety recall campaigns for the 2019 Subaru Ascent — 1 with a do-not-drive or park-outside advisory. The most recent was reported on July 7, 2026. Campaigns are matched by the model names in NHTSA's records: ASCENT.

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Campaigns at a glance

Recall campaigns for the 2019 Subaru Ascent, newest first
NHTSA number	Reported	Component
26V436000	July 7, 2026	Equipment › Other › Labels
22V907000	December 8, 2022	Electrical System › Wiring › Interior/Under DashPark outside
21V955000	December 9, 2021	Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/PCM/Tecm)
21V587000	July 29, 2021	Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump
20V218000	April 16, 2020	Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump
19V856000	December 2, 2019	Engine And Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control › Crankcase (Pcv)
19V855000	December 2, 2019	Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/PCM/Tecm)
19V519000	July 10, 2019	Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft
18V508000	August 2, 2018	Structure › Body › Roof And Pillars

Systems involved: Power Train (3) · Fuel System, Gasoline (2) · Electrical System (1) · Engine And Engine Cooling (1) · Equipment (1) · Structure (1)

Recall records

NHTSA 26V436000Manufacturer no. WRH-26

Equipment › Other › Labels

Report received by NHTSA: July 7, 2026
Owner notification: Not yet in the record
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 541,237 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2019 Subaru Ascent: March 19, 2018 – Not reported
Model names in the NHTSA record: ASCENT

Defect summary

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."

Safety 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. 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.

Source: NHTSA recall 26V436000, filed by Subaru of America, Inc.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 22V907000Manufacturer no. WRL-22

Electrical System › Wiring › Interior/Under Dash

Park outside advisory

Report received by NHTSA: December 8, 2022
Owner notification: January 25, 2023
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 271,694 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: ASCENT

Defect summary

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.

Safety 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. 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.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 22V907000, filed by Subaru of America, Inc.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V955000Manufacturer no. WRK-21

Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/PCM/Tecm)

Report received by NHTSA: December 9, 2021
Owner notification: August 19, 2022
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 198,255 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2019 Subaru Ascent: February 22, 2018 – July 20, 2020
Model names in the NHTSA record: ASCENT

Components: Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/PCM/Tecm); Power Train › Driveline › Chain/Belt

Defect summary

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.

Safety 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. 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.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V955000, filed by Subaru of America, Inc.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V587000Manufacturer no. WRG-21

Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump

Report received by NHTSA: July 29, 2021
Owner notification: September 24, 2021
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 175,968 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: ASCENT

Defect summary

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.

Safety 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. 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.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V587000, filed by Subaru of America, Inc.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 20V218000Manufacturer no. WRD-20

Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump

Report received by NHTSA: April 16, 2020
Owner notification: June 4, 2020
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 188,207 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2019 Subaru Ascent: June 26, 2018 – January 18, 2019
Model names in the NHTSA record: ASCENT

Defect summary

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

Safety 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

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.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 20V218000, filed by Subaru of America, Inc.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 19V856000Manufacturer no. WUW-08

Engine And Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control › Crankcase (Pcv)

Report received by NHTSA: December 2, 2019
Owner notification: January 31, 2020
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 51,613 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2019 Subaru Ascent: February 22, 2018 – August 31, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record: ASCENT

Defect summary

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.

Safety risk

An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 19V856000, filed by Subaru of America, Inc.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 19V855000Manufacturer no. WUV-07

Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/PCM/Tecm)

Report received by NHTSA: December 2, 2019
Owner notification: January 31, 2020
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 76,842 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2019 Subaru Ascent: February 22, 2018 – May 7, 2019
Model names in the NHTSA record: ASCENT

Defect summary

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

Safety 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.

Remedy

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.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 19V855000, filed by Subaru of America, Inc.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 19V519000Manufacturer no. WUI-94

Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft

Report received by NHTSA: July 10, 2019
Owner notification: July 26, 2019
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 166 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2019 Subaru Ascent: June 8, 2019 – June 11, 2019
Model names in the NHTSA record: ASCENT

Defect summary

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.

Safety risk

If the front end of the driveshaft separates, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 19V519000, filed by Subaru of America, Inc.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 18V508000Manufacturer no. WTU-80

Structure › Body › Roof And Pillars

Report received by NHTSA: August 2, 2018
Owner notification: July 31, 2018
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 293 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2019 Subaru Ascent: July 16, 2018 – July 25, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record: ASCENT

Defect summary

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.

Safety risk

In the event of a crash, the missing spot welds may compromise the vehicle's strength, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

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.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 18V508000, filed by Subaru of America, Inc.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

Records reproduce NHTSA's published text for each campaign. Last record date for this page: July 8, 2026.