2023 Subaru Ascent VIN Check, Recalls & Reliability
The 2023 Subaru Ascent has good reliability. There are 3 recalls and 36 owner complaints on file for the 2023 Subaru Ascent. Severity signals include 3 crash-related complaints and 1 fire-related complaint. The most commonly reported problem areas are: Unknown Or Other (6), Visibility Wiper (6), Service Brakes (6).
Ascent reliability snapshot
Data sourced from Auto Reliability Index, aggregating NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, and RepairPal repair-cost records.
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Most-reported 2023 Subaru Ascent issues
Owner-reported problem categories from NHTSA complaint filings. Counts reflect complaints per category for the most-recent model year on file.
- Unknown Or Other6
- Visibility Wiper6
- Service Brakes6
- Air Bags3
- Tires3
- Forward Collision Avoidance2
2023 Ascent recalls (3)
Every NHTSA safety recall logged against the 2023 Ascent. A VIN check confirms whether any recall remains unrepaired on a specific vehicle.
- POWER TRAINNHTSA 23V647000Sep 21, 2023
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.
Consequence: 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. 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.
- SUSPENSIONNHTSA 23V392000Jun 1, 2023
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.
Consequence: 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. 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.
- TIRESNHTSA 23V258000Apr 7, 2023
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.
Consequence: 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. 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.
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2023 Subaru Ascent on the road
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2023 Subaru Ascent — Frequently asked questions
Is the 2023 Subaru Ascent reliable?
The 2023 Subaru Ascent has a reliability score of 71/100 based on aggregated recall and owner-complaint data.
How many recalls does the 2023 Subaru Ascent have?
3 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2023 Subaru Ascent. A VIN check confirms whether any remain unrepaired on a specific vehicle.
What are the most common 2023 Subaru Ascent problems?
The most-reported 2023 Subaru Ascent problem areas are: Unknown Or Other (6), Visibility Wiper (6), Service Brakes (6).
Should I run a VIN check on a 2023 Subaru Ascent?
Yes. A VIN report verifies title brands, odometer history, accident records, and recall completion on a specific 2023 Subaru Ascent, complementing the model-year reliability data on this page.